Author: Admin
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Afghanistan’s Schools Reopen Without Girls as Taliban Education Ban Continues
On Saturday, UNICEF called on Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers to immediately lift the ongoing ban on girls’ education, emphasizing the urgent need to secure the future of millions of girls who have been denied their right to education since the Taliban took control in 2021. The appeal comes as the new school year began in Afghanistan,…
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Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Sworn in as Namibia’s First Female President
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has officially taken office as Namibia’s first female president, following her victory in last year’s election. Her win extends the governing party SWAPO’s 35-year rule in the country. The 72-year-old leader was sworn in on Friday during a ceremony attended by several African heads of state, including leaders from Angola, South Africa, and…
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Grey Announces $9,500 Grant Initiative for Women-Led Businesses
Supporting innovation and inclusivity, the grant aims to fuel the growth of women-led startups. Y Combinator-backed fintech Grey has launched the second edition of its “UpGreyed Her” program, offering $9,500 in equity-free grants to women entrepreneurs, marking a 19% increase from last year’s funding pool. The initiative hopes to contribute to bridging the persistent funding…
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Nollywood’s Simi Gbadamosi Makes History with Emmy Nomination for Voice Role in Disney+’s Iwájú
Nollywood’s rising star, Simi Gbadamosi, has made history as one of the youngest actors to receive an Emmy nomination. The actress earned the prestigious nomination for her outstanding voice performance as Tola Martins in Disney+’s animated series Iwájú. Gbadamosi is nominated as “Younger Voice Performer in a Preschool, Children’s, or Young Teen Program” at the…
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HERtitude 2025: Hot Babes, It’s Time to Show Up and Show Out!
HERtitude is back, and this time, Zikoko bringing all the heat with Retro Glam. For the fourth edition of Zikoko’s iconic women-only event,we’re calling on women of all generations to come dressed as their sexiest, boldest,and most confident selves—because this is HER moment. If you’re wondering, what’s Retro Glam? Think 70s, 80s, 90s and Y2K.…
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Meet the Ladies of Red Circle
Directed by Akay Mason (Elevator Baby, Superstar), written by Abdul Tijani-Ahmed (Brotherhood, Skinny Girl In Transit) and produced by Awolowo and Tijani-Ahmed, Red Circle features a powerhouse cast, including Bukky Wright, Timini Egbuson, Tobi Bakre, Lateef Adedimeji, Femi Branch, Omowunmi Dada, Mike Afolarin, Ruggedman, Debo Macaroni, and more.
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Document Women Stands With Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
We at Document Women are deeply concerned about the handling of the sexual harassment petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabio by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Public Petitions. In addition to the case being dismissed for “procedural flaws”, the petitioner, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has been suspended for six months without pay…
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Rixel Studios Announces Global Theatrical Release Date For Red Circle
Red Circle, the highly anticipated Nollywood crime thriller, is set for a global theatrical release, starting with cinemas nationwide on June 6, 2025. Produced by Rixel Studios, the film brings together an ensemble of Nollywood’s finest cast and crew. It delivers a gripping narrative that blends suspense, action, and an unfiltered look at power and…
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The Heartbreaking Story of Falmata’s Murder
In April this year, a day that started with a simple bowl of pap would tragically end in the brutal murder of 17-year-old Falmata, altering the course of her family’s life forever. Yakaka Alhaji Aisami, a resident of Bama, Borno State, speaks with raw emotion as she recounts the harrowing events that led to the…
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Economic Power, Not Just Empowerment: The #HerMoneyHerPower Campaign Reimagines Equality for Nigerian Women
The #HerMoneyHerPower campaign is a groundbreaking initiative championing women’s economic power in Nigeria, born from a unique partnership between The She Tank and BellaNaija. Led by Blessing Omakwu, a prominent gender equality advocate, The She Tank is a think tank dedicated to advancing gender equality for women of African descent. Teaming up with BellaNaija—a media…