Ellen Sirleaf: An Amazon’s Journey in Active Politics and Leadership
By Alkali Amana
In 2006, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf became the 24th President of Liberia, ushering in an era in Africa that offered hope to women and the possibilities open to them towards politics and leadership in Africa. As President of Liberia, Sirleaf became the first woman to be elected as the head of state of an African country, serving in that capacity between 2006 – 2018 for two full terms, and helping to steer her country in the right direction. She is perhaps the most popular Liberian woman in modern history and her contributions over the course of her years in service did not just remain within the confines of her nation’s territory, spreading over across the globe with the honour of receiving the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize as evidence of her efforts towards the social and economic empowerment of women world over.
Malian Government Challenged in West Africa’s Top Court over FGM
Mali’s failure to outlaw female genital mutilation (FGM) is being challenged in West Africa’s highest court by rights groups, who accused the country on…
Nigeria: Authorities Appoints New DG for National Center for Women Development
The Federal government has appointed a new Director-General for the National Center for Women Development (NCWD). The appointment of Dr. Asabe Vilita Bashir was…
Sony Grants Scholarship to Women Students in Indian Institute of Science
Sony India Software Centre Pvt Ltd (SISCPL) has established five fellowships in the broad area of computing sciences for women M Tech students at…
Rachael Blackmore Makes History as First Female Jockey to Win Grand National
A Hollywood fantasy turned into reality when Rachael Blackmore became the first female jockey to win Britain’s gruelling Grand National horse race, breaking down…
Why Are Black African Women Choosing to Marry Outside of Their Race? The Truth About Racism in Africa
Wherever you go in Africa, more and more Black African women are choosing to date outside of their race. Reason’s may vary from “White…
Classic Female Legacy in the Business World
By Aditi Maheshwari Lelemba Phiri a Zambian-born business owner, an award-winning educator, writer, keynote speaker and gender-lens investor is flexible and open enough to…
Morocco Celebrates Approval to Host Maiden Caf Women’s Champions League
The 2021 Africa women’s club tournament will be staged in North Africa in November, as confirmed by FRMF on Wednesday.
UN Receives $300,000 from India for Gender Equality and Women Empowerment
India has contributed USD 300,000 to the United Nations agency for gender equality and women empowerment, a contribution lauded by the UN entity.
‘Gender Discrimination Can Affect Crop Yields’- Research Reveals
A team of researchers have discovered that with the right advice and resources, yields can be boosted for entire communities – through these changes…
Sahle Work Zewde: Leading Gender Discussion and Peace in Ethiopia Through Diplomacy
On the 25th day of October 2018, a unanimous decision by members of the Federal Parliamentary Assembly in Ethiopia led to the installation of…
Rwanda: Ministry of ICT Empower 3000 Women Farmer with Smartphones
Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT and Innovation under its ‘ConnectRwanda initiative’ has distributed smartphones to over 3,000 female leaders in farmers’ cooperatives in the districts…
