Every time I hear that my friends would rather go visit Europe for vacation I tell them to first consider African cities because there are so many amazing cities in Africa to visit. Each of these cities have their own unique culture, history, and attractions. Here are ten of…
Homosexuality remains a contentious issue in many parts of the world, including Africa. In recent years, some African countries have enacted laws that criminalize homosexuality, attracting widespread criticism from human rights organizations and the international community. In this essay, we will explore some of the reasons why some African…
Maid is a powerful and emotional drama series on Netflix that tells the story of a young mother named Alex (played by Margaret Qualley) who leaves an abusive relationship and struggles to provide for herself and her daughter. The show focuses on the challenges and hardships that women face…
The question of why some Christians engage in premarital sex is complex and multifaceted. It is also a question that requires a personal answer so when answering this question, I will do so broadly and subjectively. I am in no position to take an objective stance over this question,…
It is pretty upsetting how many African women and girls are unaware of the fact that there are international and regional (continental laws) that promote and protect their most fundamental human rights. Apart from the fact that African governments have national laws and policies to fight against issues such…
Growing up, I was always treated differently. I wasn’t allowed to play sports, and my mom always forced me to wear thick sweaters. No matter how hot I felt, I could never take it off because my mom did not want me to catch pneumonia.
Irrespective of the precautions I…
I DON’T WANT TO BE
I don’t want to be a wife.
A housewife, working wife, whatsoever wife!
It’s not that I simply don’t want to lose my life.
That is also a point, but that’s beside the point.
It’s simply because being a wife is as complicated as coding,
More complex than hacking and…
MORNING
It’s a new day.
I choose to be strong and responsible for my own actions and emotions.
I’ve learnt that pain or happiness depends on the way I perceive things.
No one can make me sad or happy because it all happens due to my own response.
I declare being strong, wise and…
As African women, we should share our stories because it gives us a voice in a society that doesn’t want to hear us. Sharing our stories will challenge stereotypes and misconceptions about African women and contribute towards the empowerment and representation of African women in various spheres of life….
