5 Lessons I Learnt Along My Way to Becoming an Engineer: The Testimony of Engineer Ozak Esu
For every test or examination taken at school in Nigeria, you are given a results sheet that ranks students in order of academic performance. Sounds daunting to many, but personally I enjoy that type of methodical evaluation and this system gave me (as a student) and my parents a measure of my academic performance. Academia was so important to my family. I attended boarding school for my secondary education and my parents ensured I was given extra tutoring during mid-term breaks and holidays. Despite this extra effort, I struggled to meet my personal goals at school, finishing in the top 10 but never ranked top of the class. At my ‘academic peak’, my performance was second best, falling short of my closest friend and forming a slightly competitive bond. You might think top ten, or second best is still pretty good by all standards but first place came with rewards…
Returning the Goodwill of Philanthropy
By Miracle Nwankwo Every philanthropist has a unique and inspiring tale about their journey in philanthropy, and often times their acts and willingness to…
99% Of GCC Countries Have Lifted Restrictions On Female Travel Except Qatar
Qatar is the only Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country still implementing male guardianship laws for female travel after Saudi Arabia lifted its restrictions on…
Ernst & Young Names Its First Female Head for The African Region
EY has appointed Nancy Muhoya Nganga as managing partner of its Kenyan practice and leader of the East Africa cluster, the first time a…
On The Marble
“If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then, you are an excellent…
Tips to Avoiding Summer Health Hazards, According to Experts
There is just one thing always willing to destroy the fun-filled summer experience you have always fantasized about and this is nothing else other…
Late Governor Joyce Laboso’s Last Words to Female Leaders
Kenya’s 2017 General Election, despite being the second after the promulgation of the new Constitution, ushered in a number of firsts in the political…
Is Office Romance Delightful or Devilish?
What comes to mind when we think about office romance? According to a 2018 survey by Harvard Business Review, the issues involved are likely…
Building A Better Future for Latinas On the Premise of Fame
The rapidly growing Latinas living in poverty has stirred the rise of devout philanthropist in Latin America including Eva Longoria. Eva is an American actress,…
Making Life Count for Others
Alice Eduardo is a firm believer of being a blessing to others. She once said, “if I can save a soul and make people…
On the Marble
“A lot of people are afraid to say what they want. That’s why they don’t get what they want.” Madonna.
South Africa: Married Women Seek Consent to Keep Their Birth Names
In 2019 in South Africa, adult women need their husbands’ permission to keep their birth names. In some instances, they even need evidence of…
