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Women’s Rights Activist Bashiratu Kamal Shares Her Experiences

Across the globe, brave individuals and powerful movements have tirelessly worked to advance gender equality, dismantle systemic barriers, and champion women’s empowerment. These efforts have been instrumental in challenging societal norms and securing fundamental rights for women everywhere. On 50-50…

Women in Politics – BURKINA FASO & MALI

Continuing our series on “50-50: Women in Politics,” this week we turn our spotlight on two remarkable women. First, we have Aissata Amadou Bocoum, a member of the National Transition Council, Mali’s legislative body replacing the National Assembly, and the…

Women in Politics – A Focus on Liberia

Continuing our series on Women in Politics on 50-50, we turn our spotlight this week to Marvelene M.H. Lepukoi, an inspiring young leader who broke new ground as the youngest female representative candidate in central Liberia’s Bong County District #4.…

Women in Politics : Focus on the local level

In West Africa, countries such as Mali, Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria continue to grapple with the significant underrepresentation of women in local governance. Despite various initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality, women face substantial barriers that prevent their active…

Woman of The Month – Lolo Cynthia

On this episode, our guest is a remarkable woman who embodies the spirit of resilience and empowerment—Lolo Cynthia. From a young age, she took control of her destiny, refusing to let her circumstances define her. Growing up in a home…

5 Impacts of Armed Conflict on Men and Boys

In the midst of conflict, men often bear the weight of physical and emotional burdens that can have lasting effects on their well-being and communities. Join us as we delve into the complexities of how armed conflict shapes the experiences,…

Celebrating Shirley Frimpong Manso as Our Woman of The Month

With a multifaceted background spanning presenting, producing, and event organization, she stands as a beacon in the realm of African Cinema. Shirley’s imprint on the industry is indelible, marked by her prowess as a writer, producer, and director of critically…

Worrying Prevalence of Sexual Harassment In The Banking Sector

The banking sector, renowned for its resilience and economic impact, faces a hidden challenge: workplace harassment. Despite its outward professionalism, this industry grapples with systemic issues such as stress-inducing work environments, power imbalances, and slow cultural evolution, all contributing to…

Low Level of Women in Banking Managerial Roles

The representation of women in leadership within the banking sector is a topic of paramount importance. Despite noteworthy progress in certain African nations such as Nigeria and Rwanda, recent findings from a PwC survey underscore a persistent scarcity of women…