Category: Women

  • SA Correctional Services Commemorates Women’s Month with a Major Surprise Celebration”

    SA Correctional Services Commemorates Women’s Month with a Major Surprise Celebration”

    The sun rose over the correctional facility, casting a warm glow over the yard where a group of female inmates gathered eagerly. Today was the day they would embark on a journey of empowerment, thanks to the Kaizer Chiefs coaches who had volunteered to share their expertise in football. As…

  • Transforming Tech Innovation in Africa: A Visionary’s Tale

    Transforming Tech Innovation in Africa: A Visionary’s Tale

    Picture taken from Perplexity Ai Imagine a world where women are leading the charge in tech innovation. That’s the goal of the Tech Hub in Durban. To make this happen, we need to create a space where women feel empowered, supported, and inspired. Let’s start by building a community where…

  • Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

    Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

    Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world. There has been progress over the last decades, but the world is not on track to achieve gender equality by 2030. Women and girls represent half of the world’s population…

  • Exclusive Interview | Featuring the CEO and Founding Partner of Credo Growth : Helene Smuts

    Exclusive Interview | Featuring the CEO and Founding Partner of Credo Growth : Helene Smuts

    In a world often driven by traditional career paths, Helene Smuts defied convention to carve her own entrepreneurial niche in coaching and team facilitation. Raised in a family steeped in ministerial tradition, Smuts’ journey took an unexpected turn from her initial studies in travel and tourism to the realms of…

  • Social Media Trends in North Africa: Harnessing Digital Platforms for Growth

    Social Media Trends in North Africa: Harnessing Digital Platforms for Growth

    North Africa is experiencing a digital revolution, with social media platforms playing a pivotal role in shaping consumer behavior, political discourse, and business opportunities across the region. From Egypt to Morocco, the use of social media is not just a trend but a fundamental aspect of daily life, presenting both…

  • Economic Imbalance in South Africa Poses Challenges for Gender Parity

    Economic Imbalance in South Africa Poses Challenges for Gender Parity

    By Samkele Mchunu The latest global gender gap index report from the World Economic Forum (WEF) sheds light on the persistent gender inequality in countries plagued by economic imbalances. Among these, South Africa (SA) and Namibia stand out with their significant income disparities and high unemployment rates, underscoring the formidable…

  • Women’s Crucial Role in African Agriculture Highlighted by New Statistics

    Women’s Crucial Role in African Agriculture Highlighted by New Statistics

    In a recent statement, it has been revealed that women in Africa are the backbone of the continent’s agricultural sector, representing nearly 70 percent of the workforce and contributing up to 90 percent of the labor. These statistics shed light on the pivotal role that women play in sustaining Africa’s…

  • Breaking the Silence: Confronting Gender-Based Violence in South Africa

    Breaking the Silence: Confronting Gender-Based Violence in South Africa

    Human rights risks can adversely affect profitability of the businesses involved, for example through operational disruptions, reduced productivity and challenges in securing new business. Sexual harassment and violence can have negative business outcomes, affecting brand image, restricting business productivity and profitability, and therefore impacts on economic growth. From a business case…

  • Women Entrepreneurs in Bahir Dar City Confront Socio-Economic Hurdles: A Call for Policy Action

    Women Entrepreneurs in Bahir Dar City Confront Socio-Economic Hurdles: A Call for Policy Action

    Despite Contributing Nearly Half of Micro and Small Enterprises in Ethiopia, Women Face Systemic Challenges in Entrepreneurship In Bahir Dar City, Ethiopia, a burgeoning community of women entrepreneurs is making significant strides in the micro and small enterprise (MSE) sector, owning nearly half of such businesses and generating vital employment…

  • Redefining Retail: Next-Level Shopping With 3D Clothing Catalogs

    Redefining Retail: Next-Level Shopping With 3D Clothing Catalogs

    The retail industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation, with the emergence of 3D clothing catalogs revolutionizing the shopping experience. Imagine being able to browse through a virtual wardrobe, where you can visualize how a garment fits and drapes on your body, all from the comfort of your home. The traditional…