Dr. Rasha Kelej together with African and Asian First Ladies mark International Women’s Day 2026 through their Impactful Development Programs
Marking International Women’s Day 2026: Merck Foundation’s 14-Year Journey of Empowering Women, particularly Infertile Women, and supporting Girl Education On International Women’s Day 2026, Merck Foundation CEO, Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej Champions Girl Education as the Foundation of Women Empowerment Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany together with First Ladies of […]
From Presence to Power: Building The Table We Deserve (By Marieme-Sav SOW)
By Marieme-Sav SOW, Vice President for Engagement and Advocacy at TotalEnergies EP Africa (https://TotalEnergies.com). Often, I am the only woman in the room – sometimes, the only African woman. This is not a complaint, but a statement of fact. It is my starting point, and it has offered me an unexpected advantage: being the only one […]
Youth Charter Calls for Commonwealth and African Action to Empower Women and Girls Through Sport
On International Women’s Day 2026, the UK-based international NGO Youth Charter (www.YouthCharter.org) is calling for a new Commonwealth and African partnership to empower women and girls through sport, martial arts and community leadership programmes, arguing that prevention must sit alongside enforcement in tackling violence against women and girls. While governments around the world are strengthening laws and policing […]
Delta Air Lines and Junior Achievement (JA) Africa Empower Next Generation of Female Leaders Across Africa
Delta Air Lines, in partnership with Junior Achievement (JA) Africa (https://JA-Africa.org), has successfully graduated 61 high-potential African girls from the 2026 LEAD Camp, formally inducting them into the 10 Million African Girls (10MAG) community, a long-term leadership and opportunity platform advancing young women across Africa. Held in Accra from March 2–8 in recognition of this […]
Gabonese designer elevates raffia clothing to high fashion
Gabonese designer Chouchou Lazare is turning a centuries-old material into high fashion, bringing traditional raffia from Central Africa to the runways of Paris. Working from his studio in Libreville, the self-taught designer transforms the palm-fiber textile into striking dresses, bustiers, skirts, and accessories. Raffia holds deep cultural meaning in Gabon, where it has long been […]
How Madagascar’s lemurs are spreading an invasive plant
In the lush forests of Madagascar, an unlikely battle is unfolding between a beloved primate and a stubborn fruit tree. Scientists have discovered that lemurs are inadvertently playing a risky game with their own habitat. These charismatic creatures have developed a serious craving for strawberry guavas—an invasive species that was introduced to the island in […]
Cape Town Cycle Tour delivers thrilling wins
The streets of the Mother City were alive with high-octane energy this weekend as the iconic Cape Town Cycle Tour delivered a masterclass in professional racing. In a thrilling display of speed and strategy, South African favorite Ryan Gibbons sprinted to victory to claim the men’s elite title. The victory marked a special moment for […]
How indigenous knowledge helped shape fossil science
Long before modern scientists began studying fossils in southern Africa, local communities in Lesotho were already observing and interpreting them. New research drawing on the archives of missionary and paleontology enthusiast Paul Ellenberger reveals that Basotho and San communities recognized fossilized bones and ancient footprints generations ago. Rather than seeing them as random stones, they […]
Inside the underground movement saving Lagos nightlife
In the heart of Lagos, a vibrant revolution is reclaiming the dance floor from the clutches of “VIP culture.” For years, clubbing in Nigeria’s largest city has revolved around expensive bottle service and reserved seating tiers that reward the biggest spenders—often shutting out young people facing rising living costs. However, a new wave of underground […]
Southern Africa’s most rejuvenating nature retreats
If your idea of self-care includes fresh air, sweeping landscapes, and a break from everyday stress, Southern Africa offers some spectacular nature-based wellness escapes. From tranquil mountain hideaways to peaceful coastal retreats, these destinations blend relaxation with the healing power of the outdoors. In South Africa, the majestic peaks of the Drakensberg offer cool mountain […]
