Duchess Magazine

Assessing Nigerian female politicians, activists, leaders and their contributions to the democratic politics of the country since the return to democracy in …

At just 12 years old, Deborah Quickpen has firmly established herself as a formidable force in the chess world. With a string …

Sahara Group has announced the appointment of Yvette Selormey as the new Country Manager of Asharami Energy Resources Limited. This appointment marks …

A Life Dedicated to Health and Community Service Today marks the 60th birthday of Yemisi Osho, MBE, a distinguished nurse and community …

From the spicy stews of West Africa to the aromatic curries of East Africa, African recipes are deeply rooted in tradition and …

Talking about contemporary literature, few voices resonate as profoundly as that of Diana Evans. Born in 1972, Evans’s unique upbringing in both …

In a career spanning decades and defying the odds, Hon. Justice Amina Adamu Augie has become a beacon of justice, empowerment, and …

Rose Amankwaah, once celebrated as the fastest woman in Africa, is set to retire this month after nearly 50 years of exemplary …

Chelsea Manalo has become the first Black woman to be crowned Miss Universe Philippines. The 24-year-old’s win is being hailed as a …

Dr. Eno Eze, wife of Pastor Jerry Uchechukwu Eze of the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD), has been appointed as …

Waist beads have been an integral part of African culture for centuries, holding deep significance and meaning for women across the continent. …

Dr. Isata Bendu Mahoi, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, shared her country’s strides in women’s empowerment at the 68th …

Marina Lamptey is a human force of progress and innovation. As the Head of Diaspora Relations at the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre …

Apple has appointed Cynthia Bowman as its new Head of Diversity. Bowman, who has an impressive 17-year tenure as the Chief Diversity, …

Captain Theresa Claiborne, the first Black woman to fly in the US Air Force, is set to make her final flight on …

On Africa Day 2024, the continent celebrates not just its rich heritage and promising future, but also the strides made by women …

Nigeria’s Mrs. Abigail Marshall Katung, wife of Kaduna South Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, has been officially announced as the 130th Lord Mayor …

An all-female digital healthcare firm has secured significant funding to expand its telemedicine services across the continent. The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) …

18-year-old Madison Crowell from Hinesville, Georgia, has achieved an extraordinary feat. This determined young woman not only applied to hundreds of universities …

In celebration of Africa Day, UNESCO Africa Week shone a spotlight on the remarkable contributions of three women dedicated to peacekeeping efforts …

Nollywood filmmakers Mo Abudu, Jade Osiberu, and Funke Akindele have been named among the top 40 Most Powerful Women in International Film …

Instagram has kicked off its international and pan-African campaign, “Made By Africa, Loved by the World,” in celebration of Africa Day on …

Dr. Amina Abubakar Bello is not your average First Lady. During her time as the first lady of Niger, while some were …