When her parents enrolled her in a vocational school, Augustine Mabiama thought they had blighted her future. Years later, as a...

Inspiration from a Nigerian furniture maker and funds stashed for a trip to Dubai allowed Emily Wangui to start her dream journey. Less...

When Simelokuhle Zibengwa finally walked away with a prize for her work, it came as the culmination of years and years of gritty,...

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

Africa Day, celebrated annually on May 25, marks the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, now the African Union...

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...

Period pains led investment banker Harriet Chebet to herbal products after her return to Kenya. Now, the herbs are the basis of her...

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

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

Ifedolapo Runsewe, is promoting a “circular” approach to industrial growth and growing her rubber recycling operation at the same time. Her

Near the vibrant city of Salvador, Ivana Muzenza makes tasty golden brown fritters from a recipe that dates back to the 19th century. The...

After leaving a financial services executive role, Karabo Morule immersed herself in art investment and created a platform that helps...

While there has been an increase in the number of female referees at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), only Moroccan Bouchra...

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

Amanda Dlamini, 34, is no stranger to fame; in her early twenties, she represented the South Africa women's national team as captain at...

For three weeks, football fans across Africa and the world, have been hooked on the thrilling action of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations...

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

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...

As a little girl, Fatma Hina received compliments for her designs. Now resident in the Swahili Town of Lamu, she makes money by offering...

Through the power of narrative, ten women are weaving new chapters in Africa’s history. Their dedication to community service, commitment...

With Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the youngest ever elected African president, serving as a symbol of youthful leadership, and a surge in young...

From heads of state like Samia Suluhu to influential diplomats like Bintou Keita, women are increasingly playing key roles in the...

The absence of female artists in Doosuur Tilley-Gyado's portfolio unsettled her. After her record label signed its fourth successive male...

Mercy Makau’s love of flying knows no bounds. After founding a club for young aviation enthusiasts in 2012, she has expanded her...