On July 31st, the international community celebrates African women through the International African Women’sDay (IAWD), a tradition that began in 1962 (proclaimed by the United…
Connie Ferguson: The Queen of South African Cinema
Connie Ferguson, born Constance Masilo on June 10, 1970, is a Motswana-born South African actress, filmmaker, producer, and businesswoman. She is best known for her…
Esther Kimani, 2022 Youth Adapt Winner Awarded 2024 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation
Esther Kimani, a 2022 YouthADAPT winner, received the prestigious 2024 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation from the Royal Academy of Engineering on June 13 in…
Djaïli Amadou Amal: A Woman of Courage, A Pen to Break the Silences
Djaïli Amadou Amal is a Cameroonian writer and feminist activist born in 1975 in Maroua. Her work, imbued with her lived experiences and commitment, explores…
Mawa McQueen: A Celebration of Afro-Fusion Cuisine and Boundless Ambition
A Successful Culinary EntrepreneurMawa McQueen is an Ivorian-born chef, restaurateur, and entrepreneur who has conquered the culinary world of Aspen, Colorado, with her award-winning restaurants…
Gestational Diabetes: Understanding and Managing this Common Pregnancy Complication
What is gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. It is characterized by an abnormally high blood sugar level…
Nzambi Matee: A Visionary Turning Plastic into Bricks of Hope
Nzambi Matee, a determined Kenyan engineer, is at the forefront of a revolution in sustainable development. Her company, Gjenge Makers, transforms plastic waste into strong…
WIMAFRICA
African Women in Maritime (WIMAFRICA) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the promotion of gender equality, the empowerment of women in the African maritime sector…
Balancing Tradition and Modernity: Nurturing Self-Esteem in African Women
Self-esteem and cultural pride are essential pillars for the personal development of African women. In an ever-changing world, it is important to find a balance…
The First Female President of Tanzania: The Story of Samia Suluhu
Samia Suluhu, born on January 27, 1960, in Zanzibar, became the first female president of Tanzania on March 19, 2021. Her remarkable journey led her…