Conducting experiments is crucial to understanding and engaging with science. That allows students to grasp abstract concepts, watch theories in action, and develop problem-solving skills. However, limited access …
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For many new mothers, welcoming a baby brings both joy and a new set of worries. Skin issues are common among infants, with conditions like dryness, eczema, cradle …
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Rahet Bally: Nadia Gamal El Din creates safe space for Egypt mothers.
Running a global maternal care business was never Nadia Gamal El Din’s goal. All she wanted was to help mothers in need, including herself. However, that innocent desire …
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In the world of fashion, Ade Hassan identified a gap—a deeply personal one—that would redefine “nude” for women of colour. As a British Nigerian, she had spent years …
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Morenike Fajemisin empowers Nigerians with Judgment-Free SRH care.
In Nigeria, accessing judgment-free sexual and reproductive health (SRH) resources can be challenging, especially for young people. Societal taboos and healthcare biases often prevent open discussions about sex, …
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Temilola Majekodunmi disrupts Nigeria’s money market with Bankly.
Nearly 26% of Nigerians remain unbanked, even as recent financial service strides have brought formal banking access up to 64% by 2023. Traditional savings practices can have substantial …
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Creative Senegalese designer Diarra Bousso is making waves in the African fashion industry by merging her passion for mathematics with her artistic Senegalese cultural heritage. Born in Dakar …
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In Kinshasa, a unique sight catches attention: women confidently driving pink taxis through the city’s busy streets. This is Ubizcabs, a high-end, women-run taxi service launched by Patricia …
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Abisola Oladapo began her maternal health advocacy after a personal ordeal that nearly cost her child’s life. This experience opened her eyes to the alarming gaps in Nigeria’s …
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Kgomotso Phatsima is inspiring Botswana girls to become pilots.
Growing up in a small village in Botswana to become a military captain, Female Pilot Kgomotso Phatsima achieved her dream of flying an aircraft and made history as …