Latest News & Updates
Women You Should Know: Ayodeji Megbope
20th April 2024
Ayodeji Megbope, the Founder of NO LEFT-OVERS NIG LTD, has embarked on an extraordinary journey of entrepreneurial success and global influence. Starting with a humble takeoff capital of N1,000 in 2007, she began by selling local bean cakes known as “moi-moi.” Today, her business boasts an annual turnover that runs into millions of naira, … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Ayodeji Megbope
Top 10 Nigerian Women in Banking
21st March 2024
The Nigerian banking sector is witnessing a remarkable shift; a surge of talented women taking the helm of leading institutions. This is truly an amazing time for Nigerian women in banking, and it’s a moment to celebrate their achievements and their incredible impact on the industry. Read more about Finance For far too long, … Continue reading Top 10 Nigerian Women in Banking
FriendnPal is Offering Free Therapy Sessions to 20 Women
14th March 2024
FriendnPal, a beacon of hope in the realm of mental health, is embarking on a journey to uplift and empower women during this Women’s Month. With a deep understanding of the unique struggles women face, especially in Africa, FriendnPal is offering free therapy sessions to 20 women and a 50% discount to others. Read … Continue reading FriendnPal is Offering Free Therapy Sessions to 20 Women
By guestpost
Investing in Women to Accelerate Progress
8th March 2024
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day in 2024, the spotlight is firmly on the theme, “Investing in Women: Accelerate Progress.” This powerful and purposeful theme encapsulates the essence of this day, highlighting the pivotal role that investments in women play in propelling societal advancement. Read more about International Days Investing in women goes … Continue reading Investing in Women to Accelerate Progress
The Essence of Mother’s Day
14th May 2023
Mother’s Day is a special day that honours mothers and motherhood, celebrated annually on the second Sunday of May in many countries around the world. It is a day to recognize and appreciate the sacrifices and unconditional love of mothers, grandmothers, and maternal figures in our lives. The essence of Mother’s Day is to … Continue reading The Essence of Mother’s Day
7 Admirable Women Living Their Best Lives at Home and at Work
13th May 2023
In recent times, women have expanded the realms of business in which they thrive. The number of industries they aren’t active in is shrinking; more of them are also taking leading roles in the corporate world. Read more about Women As we celebrate Mother’s Day, we pay tribute to admirable women; women who are … Continue reading 7 Admirable Women Living Their Best Lives at Home and at Work
6 Women Founders/CEOs Who Have Raised Over $3 Million In Nigeria
20th March 2023
Nigeria’s entrepreneurial landscape has witnessed an influx of talented women who are carving a niche for themselves as Founders or CEOs of successful startups. Among these remarkable women are six trailblazers who have defied the odds and raised over $3 million in funding for their ventures, showcasing the immense potential and impact of women … Continue reading 6 Women Founders/CEOs Who Have Raised Over $3 Million In Nigeria
2023 IWD: UN Asks for More Women in Digital Tech
16th March 2023
On this year’s International Women’s Day, which falls on March 8th, 2023, the United Nations and UN Women are coming together to celebrate the theme of DigitALL, which highlights the role of innovation and technology in promoting gender equality. Read more about Tech Despite the growing prevalence of technology in our lives, the representation … Continue reading 2023 IWD: UN Asks for More Women in Digital Tech
Google Introduces 3 Initiatives To Empower African Women
10th March 2023
Google has introduced three new initiatives to support and empower African women entrepreneurs in recognition of International Women’s Day. The initiatives include the Hustle Academy for Women-Led SMEs, the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa: Women Founders Cohort, and a social media series celebrating inspiring women in Africa’s technology sector. Read more about Opportunities This … Continue reading Google Introduces 3 Initiatives To Empower African Women
Bruised But Unbowed: Jennifer Efidi
8th March 2023
Today being International Women’s Day, we spotlight Jennifer Efidi, a resident in Lagos state, who on February 25th, was allegedly assaulted by thugs while she was waiting to cast her vote at Polling Unit 065 in Surulere. Despite suffering injuries to her face from the attack, she went back later to cast her vote. … Continue reading Bruised But Unbowed: Jennifer Efidi
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on March 8th annually to recognize the socio-economic, and political achievements of women worldwide. The day also serves as a call to action for gender equality and women’s rights. It’s a time to celebrate the progress made by women and to highlight the ongoing struggles they face. This … Continue reading International Women’s Day
The Most Powerful African Women in the World 2022
11th January 2023
Since pre-colonial, colonial and early post-colonial eras, the world has witnessed the rise and influence of powerful African women whether as queens, queen-mothers, warriors, activists, writers, entrepreneurs, and industrialists. Read more about Women Whether it is Queen Hatshepsut of Egypt who lived between 1500 and 1400 BC or Queen Mother Idia of the Benin … Continue reading The Most Powerful African Women in the World 2022
Apply For The Women In Africa And Deloitte Mentoring Program For Women Leaders
4th November 2022
Women in Africa (WIA) and Deloitte are calling on women who lead in organizations across Africa to apply for their mentorship program. If you are a young female entrepreneur seeking to be mentored by experienced women in leadership, you should consider applying. Read more about Opportunities The WIA × Deloitte Mentoring Program for Women Leaders … Continue reading Apply For The Women In Africa And Deloitte Mentoring Program For Women Leaders
Female Fintech Founder: Temitope Omotolani
27th August 2022
Our female fintech founder series today focuses on Temitope Omotolani, one of the remarkable ladies challenging gender inequality in the Nigerian tech space. She is one of the co-founders of Farmcrowdy and the current CEO of Crowdyvest. Read more about Fintech Crowdyvest is an impact-driven fintech platform that creates financial solutions for individuals and communities … Continue reading Female Fintech Founder: Temitope Omotolani
The SHE WORKS HERE Clean Energy Convertible Grants For Women-Led SMEs
6th August 2022
She Works Here, Nigeria’s largest all-woman accelerator, is marking its third anniversary. In line with this, it is calling on women-led SMEs involved in the renewable energy space to apply for a grant from it. If you are a woman and you currently run a startup, small or medium-scale business in that space, you should … Continue reading The SHE WORKS HERE Clean Energy Convertible Grants For Women-Led SMEs
5 Essential Makeup Items Every Woman Needs
30th July 2022
Makeup is one of the numerous things that every girl loves. This is because makeup makes you look prettier, gives you power over your appearance and boosts your confidence. Read more about Women Moreover, with a good makeup, you tend to radiate that confidence and positivity wherever you go. However, there are different makeup looks … Continue reading 5 Essential Makeup Items Every Woman Needs
Why Every Woman Needs A No Make-up Day
Over the years, women got so used to wearing makeup to achieve a cultural standard of beauty. These make-up items help to enhance certain features and hide others, thus portraying a perfect face figure. Read more about Women There are various reasons why women wear makeup, however generally makeup that gives women red lips, flawless … Continue reading Why Every Woman Needs A No Make-up Day
Female Fintech Founder: Tomilola Adejana
23rd July 2022
Our female fintech founder series today focuses on Tomilola Adejana, one of the remarkable women challenging gender inequality in the Nigerian tech space. She is the co-founder and current chief executive officer of Bankly. A startup that promotes financial inclusion in the traditionally cash-based economy of Nigeria. Read more about Fintech In simple terms, Bankly … Continue reading Female Fintech Founder: Tomilola Adejana
Women You Should Know: Abimbola Alao
9th July 2022
Abimbola Gbemi Alao was born in Ibadan, Nigeria. She studied at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, where she gained a BA (Hon) Classics in 1988 and an MA Classics in 1991. She later studied PGCE and MA in creative writing at the University of Plymouth. Read more about Women Abimbola was a tutor at … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Abimbola Alao
By jeremiah
Female Fintech Founder: Oluwatosin Olaseinde
8th July 2022
Tosin is a chartered accountant with 10 years of experience in accounting, audit, financial management and taxation. She is the Founder/CEO of Money Africa and Ladda. Money Africa is an ed-tech platform that teaches people financial literacy, how to cut down excessive spending, grow their income and build wealth sustainably. Read more about Fintech While Ladda … Continue reading Female Fintech Founder: Oluwatosin Olaseinde
Women You Should Know: Deborah Adetunbi Egunyomi
6th July 2022
Egunyomi was born in Ikole-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria, on the 10th of December, 1953, to David and Esther Famoroti. She attended Methodist School, Ikole-Ekiti, in 1959–1964 for her primary education, Saint Mary’s Girls Grammar School for her secondary education between 1964 and 1970, and Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin, from 1974 to 1977. She … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Deborah Adetunbi Egunyomi
By jeremiah
Women You Should Know: Nkiru Balonwu
5th July 2022
Background Graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Law from the University of Manchester. Also obtaining her master’s degree from University College London (UCL) and a Doctorate Degree from the University of California, Berkeley, Nkiru Balonwu is an entrepreneur and activist based in Lagos, Nigeria. Read more about Discover Nigeria Nkiru is known for her … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Nkiru Balonwu
By jeremiah
Women You Should Know: Lateefah Durosinmi
4th July 2022
Lateefah Moyosore-Oluwa Adunni Durosinmi was born on 7 July 1957, on Lagos Island in Nigeria. Her father Late Alhaji Tijani Akanni Kolawole Williams was a sales manager and her mother was Madam Wusamot Abeni Kareem. Durosinmi was educated at the Patience Modern Girls’ (Private) School in Olowogbowo and then boarded at the Girls’ Secondary Grammar … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Lateefah Durosinmi
By jeremiah
Discover Nigeria Politics Women Women Empowerment
Who Is Margaret Obi?
29th June 2022
Peter Obi, a candidate for the Labor Party presidency in the upcoming 2023 election, has been described as a very private individual, especially when it comes to matters involving his family and business life. However, photos of his beautiful wife, Mrs. Margaret Obi, have surfaced on various social media platforms, making many wonders, who … Continue reading Who Is Margaret Obi?
Basic Skincare Routine For Women
23rd June 2022
Your skin is one of the most vital parts of your body; hence, it needs appropriate care, which can only be achieved with a good skincare routine. Read more about Wellness The truth is that each skin-care routine is necessarily as unique and individual as the person following it. Skincare has become a necessity for … Continue reading Basic Skincare Routine For Women
How To Enhance Women Participation In Tech
22nd June 2022
Women’s participation in tech has been a trending topic in Africa, including Nigeria. This is because the tech sector is predominantly male. A situation that doesn’t benefit women, the economy and businesses. Several studies have shown that gender diversity in the workplace has the potential to boost the economy of any country. As well as … Continue reading How To Enhance Women Participation In Tech
Yanmo Omorogbe, Co-founder And COO Of Bamboo
The Nigerian tech ecosystem is predominantly male, and only a few women are involved actively in the sector. This gender difference is a reflection of both African and global realities. Only 30 per cent of tech professionals in sub-Saharan Africa are women. Despite this, Nigerian women operating in the tech sector have been able to receive … Continue reading Yanmo Omorogbe, Co-founder And COO Of Bamboo
Did You Know? Discover Nigeria Women
Doyin Abiola: The First Woman Editor Of A Nigerian Daily Newspaper
14th June 2022
Doyinsola Hamidat Abiola (Nee Aboaba) was the Managing Director and Publisher of the National Concord Newspaper. She is the first Nigerian woman to be an editor of a Nigerian daily newspaper. Education and Career Read more about Do you know? Dr. Doyin Abiola was educated at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria where she earned a … Continue reading Doyin Abiola: The First Woman Editor Of A Nigerian Daily Newspaper
By jeremiah
Women You Should Know Nike Davies-Okundaye
Nike Okundaye was born in 1951 in Ogidi, Kogi State, in North-Central Nigeria, and was brought up amidst the traditional weaving and dyeing as practiced in her hometown. Her parents and great-grandmother were musicians and craftspeople, who specialized in the areas of cloth weaving, adire making, indigo dyeing and leather. Nike Davies-Okundaye is a well-reputed … Continue reading Women You Should Know Nike Davies-Okundaye
By jeremiah
Africa Opportunities TECH Women
Apply For The She Code Africa Mentoring Program For Young Women In Tech
13th June 2022
If you are a young woman looking to build a career in tech, here’s a chance for you to begin your journey. You can apply for the She Code Africa Mentoring Program (SCAMP). Organizers of this initiative have designed it to help young African women to learn the ropes in tech by connecting them with … Continue reading Apply For The She Code Africa Mentoring Program For Young Women In Tech
Trending
