How Wikimedia Foundation is Celebrating Efforts to Improve Gender Equity in Africa
A new campaign, "Wikipedia Needs More Women", from the nonprofit behind Wikipedia invites everyone to improve gender equity on Wikipedia and beyond.
Africans are helping to improve gender equity and close knowledge gaps on...
Shattering Glass Ceiling: Women’s Month and the Future We Deserve
March is considered an international women's month.
This year's theme is centered around 'Investing in Women'.
We're celebrating the achievements of women and exploring the path towards a more equitable future.
March is Women’s Empowerment Month. From...
IWDC-2024: Global collaboration for women’s empowerment
Over the past three years, the IWDC has evolved from a local initiative to a global phenomenon, leaving a huge mark on the women's empowerment space.
IWDC-24 recognizes the key role of inclusive policies...
International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation
This event was a call to action, recognizing the urgency of discussing and dismantling the harmful practices that jeopardize the lives and well-being of countless individuals.
Prof. Herrera emphasized that in 18 African countries, the...
Fight against femicide continues; stop killing us
The stark reality of femicide, the deliberate killing of women because of their gender, persists as a harrowing issue worldwide.
Women in Kenya, akin to their counterparts worldwide, navigate several challenges that render them...
Empowering Young Girls: Nobody can make you inferior without your permission
The rise of online bullying further fuels these challenges, as the virtual space provides a mask for those who look to undermine the confidence of others.
With social media, the narrative around beauty standards is...
Africa: Is women’s political representation a fruit too lofty to pluck?
In some cases, women who manage to break through face resistance from male counterparts who are hesitant to cede power to female leaders.
African countries are still far from achieving women’s equal and effective participation...
How teacher-founded charity is helping teenage and vulnerable mothers
EMN is a charitable organization focused on supporting vulnerable mothers in rural villages.
Overcoming resistance to change and ensuring cultural sensitivity in the wake of promoting progressive ideas poses a considerable obstacle.
Some mothers go through...
Women in Leadership: Challenges and how to navigate and triumph
Just like men, women need the right, accommodating environments to lead with empathy, vision, and impact.
Sexism is a challenge women face till now. Many a time, the voices of reason by women are not...
Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women discuss how to navigate life’s barriers
By Wambui Kabaka
The event inspired women to take charge of their financial destinies by highlighting the link between financial awareness and total empowerment.
The discussions focused on breaking down the social and professional barriers...
