A book launch is more than unveiling a title—it’s the celebration of ideas, dreams, and the transformative power of words. On February 7th, The Benchmark had the honour …
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EducationFood SecurityImpactSocial Impact
Higherlife Foundation—How Tsitsi Masiyiwa is empowering vulnerable African children and communities.
by Faith Jamesby Faith JamesMany regions in Africa face significant challenges in accessing quality education and healthcare, particularly affecting youths, orphans, and vulnerable children. They struggle against poverty, disease, and conflict, which …
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EducationImpactSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Grace Ihejiamaizu connects Africa youths with global opportunities.
Many talented young people miss out on life-changing opportunities, not because they are not qualified, but because they do not know these opportunities exist. Scholarships go unclaimed, fellowships …
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In a recent LinkedIn post, Izehi Anuge shared her belief that values play a pivotal role in shaping children’s lives. “In today’s fast-paced world, nurturing our children’s values …
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Development FinanceFinanceFundinginvestmentSMEs
AWDF: How three women made finance accessible to Africans.
Three women, with a shared goal to empower generations of African women, birthed a vision out of passion and the urgent need for change. This vision became the …
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Gender EqualityImpactLeadershipLeadership DevelopmentSocial ImpactYouth Empowerment
Caren Wakoli develops a generation of young African leaders.
Youth empowerment, gender equality, and social justice are key themes that have shaped the work of Caren Wakoli, the founder of the Emerging Leaders Foundation (ELF). While attending …
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As early as 2005, South African engineer and social entrepreneur Naadiya Moosaje recognised the growing importance of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Understanding the economic …