The Ethiopian parliament has recently approved a 30-million-dollar loan in a bid to support women’s entrepreneurship and pastoral communities. The loan is intended to help execute development Projects in regions that host a predominately pastoralist community, while also supporting the business creativity of women.
The Speaker of Parliament Ms. Rebecca Kadaga, has recently called for the appointment of more women to senior Cabinet positions.
By: Eruke Ojuederie
Gender parity over the last few years has taken centre stage in major world conferences and events as the urgent need for the inclusion of women economic and social activities have been stressed.
11 outstanding black women made the list of Forbes’ 100 Most Powerful, these women of class, power, money and intelligence deserve our commendation. The interesting part is, Nigerian women made the list!
Forbes’ recently released its ranking of the 100 most powerful women in the world, a list filled with heads of state, CEOs and entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and influential entertainers all ranked by dollars, media influence, and overall impact. Eleven black women made the rank of the 2015 list.
