Dr. Amina Abubakar Bello is not your average First Lady. During her time as the first lady of Niger, while some were …
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Dr. Patricia Murugami, a leadership educator, renowned speaker, and host of the popular podcast “Your Next Best Self,” has become one of …
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Margaret Busby: The Ghanaian Pioneer Publisher Who Amplified African Women’s Voices in Literature
Margaret Busby, a trailblazing Ghanaian-born publisher, writer, and editor, has made indelible marks on the literary world. In 1967, she co-founded Allison …
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In Orange Farm township, just an hour south of Johannesburg, a group of women gather weekly under the pink-tinged glow of a …
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Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently made headlines during her visit to Nigeria, where she expressed gratitude for the warm reception …
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Meet Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi, the First Black Woman to Earn PhD in Robotics from University of Michigan
Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi recently became the first Black woman to obtain a PhD in Robotics from the prestigious University of Michigan. Dosunmu-Ogunbi whose …
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With a rich reservoir of experience and a profound dedication to duty, DCG Kemi Nanna Nandap has consistently demonstrated her capacity to …
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On a mission to combat malnutrition among African children with traditional, tasty, and natural cereals, Oluwatoyin Onigbanjo is recreating hope for children’s …
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Luxury designer Mimmi Ginikachi Chima unveils her latest collection, ‘A Piece of Me,’ a line designed to empower women through bold colours …
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Duchess of the Month: Elizabeth Ozua: Inspiring Success and Empowering Women in Business and Leadership
Elizabeth Ozua, a UK-born Nigerian marketing executive, has established herself as a force to reckon with in the world of direct sales, …
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Eleanor Adaralegbe Appointed as Seplat Energy’s New Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer
Seplat Energy, a leading indigenous energy company, has announced the appointment of Eleanor Adaralegbe as Executive Director, effective May 1, 2024. She …
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Sheila Sabune Appointed Uganda Breweries Limited Corporate Relations Director: A Seasoned Professional Poised to Drive Growth and Innovation
Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has appointed Sheila Sabune as its new Corporate Relations Director, effective May 1st, 2024. In a strategic move …
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Meet Zoey Williams, 27-year-old pilot and Air Canada’s first Black female pilot to fly a Boeing 777
Ontario, Canada, has given the world another reason to celebrate diversity and excellence in aviation. Meet Zoey Williams, a 27-year-old pilot who …
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Eunice Ezeoke Honored with Outstanding Award for Women in Business at Duchess International Women’s Day Conference, #Nairobi2024
Eunice Ezeoke, the former President of the Women In Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria, was recognized for her exceptional contributions to …
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An Insightful Look into the Work and Vision of the UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed, the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General is …
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Meet Hephzibah Akinwale, Young Author Who Broke World Record with Longest Fiction Novel
Ten-year-old Hephzibah Akinwale, a student at Little Thetford C of E Primary School in East Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, has achieved a remarkable …
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Ethiopian pianist Emahoy Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou, who passed away at the age of 99, left behind a legacy that continues to captivate music …
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Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir claimed victory at the 2024 London Marathon, breaking the women’s-only world record in the process, in a stunning display …
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Breaking Gender Barriers: The Inspiring Story of Burkina Faso’s Téné Maimouna Zoungrana in the Corrections Field
Téné Maimouna Zoungrana is a remarkable woman making waves in an industry dominated by men. Hailing from Burkina Faso, she serves as …
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Duchess International Women’s Day Conference 2024: Elizabeth Ozua Advocates for Women and Girls’ Empowerment
Chief (Mrs) Elizabeth Ozua, an Independent National Sales Director of Mary Kay Cosmetics UK & Ireland, has called for the empowerment of …
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Duchess International Women’s Day Conference, #Nairobi2024: Dr. Vicky Minkah-Adom Calls for Support and Understanding for Mental Health Issues in Africa
Dr. Vicky Minkah-Adom, a partner in the NHS, UK, Highlighted the importance of maintaining good mental well-being, especially among women and girls …
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Africa is home to a growing number of powerful women who have defied odds to become some of the wealthiest individuals on …
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Duchess International Magazine Empowers African Women at the 2024 International Women’s Day Conference in Nairobi
Duchess International Magazine recently concluded its highly anticipated second edition of the International Women’s Day Conference in Nairobi, Kenya. The four-day event, …