As the world marks International Women’s Day, a day dedicated to honoring the strength and resilience of women worldwide, it is crucial to address a pressing issue endangering the rights and well-being of girls and women in The Gambia. In recent weeks, The Gambia has been in a heated debate over whether to maintain the […]

Happy International Women’s Day to all the incredible women reshaping history and inspiring future generations! Today, as we commemorate International Women’s Day 2024, it’s essential to take a moment to ponder the strides made in fostering inclusivity and empowering women, especially in the face of challenges within The Gambia. In celebration of this significant day, […]

In the vast landscape of Nigeria’s engineering sector, Mariam Ibrahim stands out as a beacon of change and resilience. As one of the first female borehole engineers in the country, Mariam has defied societal norms and gender stereotypes to make a significant impact in providing clean water to communities, particularly in the north-eastern region of […]

In the ever-evolving world of social media, a new influencer has captured the hearts of thousands, but there’s a twist – she’s not real. Meet Kenza Layli, Morocco’s first virtual soul, an AI-generated model influencer making waves on Instagram. With a passion for fashion, food, travel, and unwavering support for her national football team, Kenza […]

In a pivotal move to uphold the integrity of sports in Africa, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has suspended the accreditation of South Africa’s Bloemfontein Anti-Doping Laboratory, the only accredited laboratory on the continent. This suspension, effective from 1st March, follows “multiple non-conformities” with international standards, as outlined in the International Standard for Laboratories. The […]