Penn State Extension Provides Free Courses to Young Women in Kenya
In August, Penn State Extension (in the College of Agricultural Sciences) partnered with the Global Give Back Circle (GGBC), an organization focused on providing education and mentorship opportunities to young women in five African nations. Global Give Back Circle “leverage[s] the time and talent of women globally, through a Mentorship Program designed to help at-risk girls continue their education and embrace economic freedom,” according to their website.
Injectable Cabotegravir 89% Effective at Preventing HIV in Women
A cabotegravir injection is nearly 90% effective in preventing HIV infection among women, according to the newly released UNAIDS study.
Kamara Harris – A victory for Women all over the World
While I may be the first woman in this office, I will not be the last. These words by the first female Vice president-elect…
“I believe that fortitude is key. More than anything, be consistent”
“I believe that fortitude is key. More than anything, be consistent. Go at it. Go at it. Go at it. When you succeed, don’t…
Zimbabwe’s First Lady Commence Cancer Screening
Zimbabwe’s First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa recently commenced a cancer screening initiative and empowerment programmes for women in Mt Hampden through her Angel of Hope…
Tanzania: Girl Coders Aim to Bridge Gender Gap in Tech
It’s a beautiful Saturday morning in Ukonga, a dusty neighbourhood in Tanzania’s largest city of Dar es Salaam, and Neema Lucas is glued to…
Africa Power Women Conference 2020: Women Leaders share strategies for purpose-driven leadership
It was a harvest of time-tested strategies, lessons and experiences during the recently held Africa Power Women Conference 2020. The annual event, which is…
7 Ways to Manage Financial Stress During Trying Times
By Brandon Renfro The year 2020 has been eventful, to say the least. If you haven’t been directly affected financially by the economic disruption,…
WTO: Why Okonjo-Iweala is yet to be named the new Director-General
By Kingsley Okeke But for the United States’ opposition to her candidacy, Ngozi Okonjo Iweala would have been named the first African and female…
Ghana Empowers Female Media Practitioners, Activists to Advocate for Women’s Rights Online
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) with support from the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, has organised a training workshop for…
You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated
“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can…
UN Women Pledges More Support To Female Senatorial Candidates In Liberia
UN Women Liberia recently held a virtual meeting with female candidates vying for seats in the upcoming December 8 senatorial elections, to clarify the…
