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Tuku's legacy: A Zimbabwean artist aims to do right by her famous father
Growing up immersed in Zimbabwean music, Selmor Mtukudzi blends its new and old sounds. She's also committed to authentically reflecting...

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Jun 13, 20245 min read


How Africa’s women-led businesses are bridging the funding gap
At the Africa CEO Forum 2024 in Kigali, leading African women business leaders discussed funding challenges linked to gender inequality....

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Jun 13, 20244 min read


How a group of women built each other up, one brick at a time
Today, the Masakhe Ladies’ Stokvel is a lot more than a savings group. And it all started with a New Year's dream, shared between two...

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Jun 13, 20245 min read


From IT specialist to poet extraordinaire: The story of Njeri Wangari
Known as "The Kenyan Poet", Njeri Wangari is recognized for her pioneering work in African poetry blogging. Wangari's journey into poetry...

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Jun 13, 20246 min read


Building an African fashion brand: The uncomfortable journey of a Cameroonian fashion designer
When her parents enrolled her in a vocational school, Augustine Mabiama thought they had blighted her future. Years later, as a...

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Jun 13, 20245 min read


Inspired by a Nigerian influencer, Emily Wangui is crafting success at the Furniture Zoo
Inspiration from a Nigerian furniture maker and funds stashed for a trip to Dubai allowed Emily Wangui to start her dream journey. Less...

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Jun 13, 20245 min read


From "finisher" to artist, this woman sculptor wants more
When Simelokuhle Zibengwa finally walked away with a prize for her work, it came as the culmination of years and years of gritty,...

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Jun 13, 20244 min read


Africa to converge in Kisumu for FESTAC 2024, a festival of arts and culture
Africa's historic arts and cultural festival, FESTAC, will returns to the lakeside town of Kisumu for its 5th edition between August 25th...

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May 25, 20245 min read


Africa Day: AU is "world’s biggest social experiment” - interview
Africa Day, celebrated annually on May 25, marks the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, now the African Union...

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May 25, 20244 min read


This South African winemaker is savouring the sweet taste of success
Nongcebo Langa fell in love with wine after a chance encounter with a winemaker at a fair. She went on to study the craft at South...

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May 20, 20245 min read


How one woman's pain launched a business
Period pains led investment banker Harriet Chebet to herbal products after her return to Kenya. Now, the herbs are the basis of her...

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May 15, 20246 min read


A passionate voice in African sports journalism
Two male hosts engage in spirited sports banter in a lively studio session in Nairobi. But it's their young female colleague who steals...

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May 3, 20247 min read


The unsung participants at the 2024 World Rally Championship Safari Rally Kenya
Through the dust and the roar of engines that marked the 2024 World Rally Championship Safari Rally Kenya, obscured by the intensity of...

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May 2, 20244 min read


The social entrepreneur helping drive Nigeria’s green economy
Ifedolapo Runsewe, is promoting a “circular” approach to industrial growth and growing her rubber recycling operation at the same time. Her

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Apr 30, 20244 min read


This popular Brazilian street food is a delicious link to its African heritage
Near the vibrant city of Salvador, Ivana Muzenza makes tasty golden brown fritters from a recipe that dates back to the 19th century. The...

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Apr 19, 20245 min read


Investing in art is often considered an activity only for the wealthy. Karabo Morule would disagree.
After leaving a financial services executive role, Karabo Morule immersed herself in art investment and created a platform that helps...

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Apr 18, 20245 min read


The Moroccan referee who has overcome cultural barriers and gender stereotypes to make history at AFCON 2023
While there has been an increase in the number of female referees at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), only Moroccan Bouchra...

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Apr 11, 20244 min read


Women-led ventures sparkle in a tough funding year
Investment in African women-founded and led startups remains a bright spot in a global ecosystem drained of funding. Conrad Onyango, bird...

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Apr 11, 20242 min read


Former Banyana Banyana captain scored a major first at AFCON 2023
Amanda Dlamini, 34, is no stranger to fame; in her early twenties, she represented the South Africa women's national team as captain at...

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Apr 11, 20243 min read


Shifting focus to these photographers in action at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations
For three weeks, football fans across Africa and the world, have been hooked on the thrilling action of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations...

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Apr 11, 20243 min read


International clubs look to Africa for female football talent
International clubs are looking to Africa for more female football talent, a new FIFA report shows. Bonface Orucho, bird story agency...

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Apr 11, 20243 min read


From the high-flying aviation industry to working the highways and byways of Johannesburg
Lobisa Nhlapo's life came apart when her industry was affected by the COVID-19 shutdowns in South Africa. Her new life as a ride-share...

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Apr 11, 20245 min read


Mastering an age-old tradition has given Fatma Hina space to perfect her art - and generate an income
As a little girl, Fatma Hina received compliments for her designs. Now resident in the Swahili Town of Lamu, she makes money by offering...

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Apr 11, 20245 min read


bird TenX: 10 African women leaders and their social impact
Through the power of narrative, ten women are weaving new chapters in Africa’s history. Their dedication to community service, commitment...

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Apr 9, 20243 min read
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