Without a doubt, Allyship is important for social and political momentum but also in normalising the acceptance and inclusion of marginalised groups. But are there downsides to Allyship?
Women empowerment
Africans rising Liberia confirms first female Chief Justice in 19 years
Justice Sie-A-Nyene Gyapay Yuoh is the third female Chief Justice in Liberia’s 175 years of existence. The founding member of the Association of Female Lawyers of Liberia (AFELL) and former Associate Justice was one of two female judges in the current five-member Supreme Court.
Arts, Culture and Sport Women behind the decks: The rise of South Africa’s female Amapiano DJs
A new music genre, originating from South Africa called Amapiano meaning ‘the pianos’ in Zulu language has taken the world by storm. Its popularity has also simultaneously witnessed a significant rise of female DJs in South Africa. We take a look at some of the female DJs making history in Amapiano.
Politics and Society Morocco Parliament considering paid menstrual leave
Morocco could become the second African country to grant menstrual leave. Although highly contentious, the policy is slowly gaining global traction, with early adopters acknowledging the inhumanity in enforcing mandatory work for women who experience debilitating menstrual pain or destabilising symptoms.
Arts, Culture and Sport 4 lessons from Serena Williams for sportswomen in Africa
She blazed a trail for Black women athletes – despite the challenges they face in sport and society.
Arts, Culture and Sport Zimbabwean study challenges the idea that women are inherently close to nature
Women’s relationship to the environment is shaped by their social position.
Politics and Society Kenyan Election Watch: The women have it — Female candidates dominate like never before
With the presidential results in and Kenyans finally on the other end of a long election tally there are some victories to embrace. Women have dominated the polls by securing seats that have never been held by a woman and gaining overwhelmingly community support, with some counties choosing women for their entire leadership suite.
Arts, Culture and Sport Morocco vs South Africa as women’s football enters a new era
The Wafcon final on Saturday is proof of the development of the women’s game on the continent – and of mining star players abroad.
Arts, Culture and Sport Widows in Nigeria are sometimes treated badly: culture is no excuse to violate rights
Widows in Nigeria are still exposed to harmful practices.