May 05
Ghana: Over 300 Women Trained in Affiliate Marketing
Ghanaian Times
More than 300 women participated in the Click-to-Cargo Programme aimed at equipping participants with practical skills in importation, affiliate marketing, and digital business… Read more »
Nigeria: Islamic Clerics Kick As Woman Emerges APC Consensus Candidate in Katsina
Premium Times
The Special Adviser on Girl Child Education and Child Development is one of Governor Radda's top aides. Read more »
Namibia: FNB Women Super League Hotting Up
Namibian
The FNB Women Super League title race is hotting up, with FC Ongos opening up a three-point lead over Mighty Gunners after the weekend's matches. Read more »
May 04
Namibia: Namibian Humanitarian Recognised As Reputable Woman of African Descent
Namibian
Lovisa Epafras has been recognised as one of the 100 Reputable Women of African Descent 2026. Read more »
South Africa: Cervical Cancer Elimination Programme to Be Launched This Week
SAnews.gov.za
The Cervical Cancer Elimination Programme will be launched later this week at the Moletsane Sports Complex in Soweto. Read more »
Nigeria: Bandits Abduct 15 Women, Children in Katsina
Daily Trust
Bandits have abducted 15 people, mostly women, children and infants, during a late-night raid on Sabon Layi community in Kakumi Ward of Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina… Read more »
South Africa: Women Ministry Calls for Protection of Female Journalists
SAnews.gov.za
As South Africa reaffirms its commitment to constitutional democracy, the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has urged all stakeholders to collaborate… Read more »
Rwanda: Govt Launches Centre to Boost Financing for Women-Led MSMEs
New Times
The government has established a national centre to support women-owned and women-led micro, small and medium enterprises (WMSMEs), in a move aimed at improving financial advisory… Read more »
Tanzania: Dodoma Unveils Strategy to End Violence Against Women, Children
Daily News
THE Dodoma Region has officially launched its fouryear Strategic Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children (2026/27-2029/30), aimed at building a safe, inclusive and just… Read more »
Liberia: Seton, Woodson, and Findley Vie for LFA Women's Representative Position
FrontPageAfrica
The race for the Women's Representative seat at the Liberia Football Association (LFA) has intensified, with three candidates officially cleared to contest in what observers… Read more »
Liberia: From Informal Domestic Work to Professional Care
Liberian Observer
In a country where domestic work has long been informal, unregulated, and often risky for both workers and households, young Liberian entrepreneur Mrs. Danise Dodoo is quietly… Read more »
May 03
Uganda: Female CEOs Gather in Kampala for She Walks High Tea Celebration
Nile Post
Serena Hotel hosted a high-level gathering of women leaders on May 2, 2026, as Johnnie Walker convened top female CEOs under its She Walks platform for an exclusive High Tea… Read more »
Ghana: 2026 Wisa Festival Climaxes With Call for Greater Investment in Women Empowerment
Ghanaian Times
The 2026 Women in Sustainability Africa (WISA) International Festival has ended with strong calls for greater investment in women empowerment, sustainable development, and stronger… Read more »
Nigeria: How Ekume Chidimma Is Building a New Standard for Women's Health in Nigeria Through Herbalance
Vanguard
In Nigeria today, women are dealing with more health issues than ever, yet many still do not fully understand what is happening in their own bodies, and that gap between experience… Read more »
Nigeria: GBV Kano Remains Only State Yet to Pass Vapp Act - Fida
Vanguard
- The Chairperson of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Kano State chapter, Salma Danbappa, has raised the alarm that Kano remains the only state yet to pass the… Read more »
Uganda: Lady Justice Olive Kazaarwe Takes Helm of Women Judges Association
Nile Post
The International Association of Women Judges - Uganda Chapter (IAWJ-UC) has elected a new leadership team following a successful Elective Annual General Meeting held on Saturday,… Read more »
April 30
Ghana: From Tragedy to Resilience - Women Farmers in Ghana Turn to Agroecology to Confront Climate Change [analysis]
African Arguments
In Ghana's transitional ecological belt, where once-dense forests are steadily giving way to savannah, climate change is no longer a distant concern but an everyday reality.… Read more »
Nigeria: Working From Home in Nigeria - Study Finds Women Don't Have Much Choice [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Nigerian women of working age are mostly (90%) self-employed. By comparison, self-employment accounts for less than 16% of employment in high-income countries such as the United… Read more »
Rwanda: Usa Beat Italy to Win ICC Women's Challenge Trophy in Kigali
New Times
In a match that could either have sealed the title or thrown it wide open, the United States women's national cricket team were tested by Italy before asserting their dominance… Read more »
April 29
Africa: Power, Funding, Accountability - Feminist Lessons for Multilateral Reform At Women Deliver
Spotlight Initiative
NARRM/MELBOURNE, Australia - During the last week of April, more than 6,000 people convened in Australia for Women Deliver 2026, a global gathering to advance gender equality.… Read more »
Uganda: Bunyoro Leaders Pile Pressure On Govt to Prioritise Women's Empowerment
Nile Post
Leaders in Masindi District under the Bunyoro Kingdom have intensified pressure on government to prioritise women's empowerment, warning that persistent challenges continue to hold… Read more »
Tanzania: Low Women Participation Weakens Climate Solutions
Daily News
LOW participation of women in decision-making on resource management, environmental policies and climate change has limited their ability to contribute to solutions, despite being… Read more »
Liberia: Kutoa Afrika Foundation Graduates Third Cohort of Teenage Girls in Computer Training Program
FrontPageAfrica
The Kutoa Afrika Foundation (KAF) has successfully completed its third cohort of a computer training program for teenage girls, awarding four top-performing students brand-new… Read more »
Egypt/Nigeria: Olympics Qualifier - Super Falcons Brace for Tough Draw in Cairo
Premium Times
CAF has designed a five-round qualification structure, one that places a premium on consistency and resilience. Unlike group-stage formats, this pathway offers little room for… Read more »
Africa: CAF Strengthens Women's Football Development Through Workshops Dedicated to Zonal Administrators
CAF
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) continues its efforts to advance women's football across the continent, with the successful roll-out of its Women's… Read more »
