gender equality

Women smallholder farmers are calling for equal access to technology, finance and markets to boost global food production, while regenerative agriculture shifts from optional to essential for African farmers seeking finance.

Organizations across Nigeria and internationally observed International Women's Day with calls for equality and programs targeting mentorship, menstrual health education, and breaking barriers in male-dominated sectors.

Bukola Alawiye and Busola Oluwatobi's transitions from corporate communications and oil and gas into fintech leadership at Redtech illuminate how mentorship and continuous learning are reshaping gender dynamics in Africa's technology sector.

Across the continent, initiatives targeting women and girls are shifting focus from traditional skills training to foundational literacy and science education, recognizing that economic empowerment begins with educational access.

From Lagos to Harare, a wave of educational initiatives is challenging the gender gap in science and technology across the continent, with organizations deploying literacy programs and mentorship to unlock opportunities for the next generation.