Ethiopia: Assefa Just Misses Women's World Record At Berlin Marathon

[Namibian] Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa narrowly missed out on breaking the women's world record at the Berlin Marathon on Sunday, battling through injury to cross the finish line after being on record pace for much of the race.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 12:29 pm

Namibia: Cabinet Endorses Gold, Border and Gender Equality Measures

[Namibian] The Cabinet has endorsed a series of measures covering gold reserves, border management, gender equality and climate action at its 31st meeting held last Tuesday.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 12:29 pm

Namibia: Nandi-Ndaitwah Puts Gender On UN Leadership Agenda

[Namibian] Pan-African Women's Organisation (Pawo) says president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's call for a woman to become the next United Nations (UN) secretary general has brought women's representation in global leadership into sharper focus.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 12:29 pm

Kenya: The 2026 Baby Banda Pregnancy and Baby Fair - a Celebration of Motherhood, Insights and Interaction

[Capital FM] The 18th edition of the Baby Banda Pregnancy & Baby Fair concluded on Sunday, 27th September 2026, leaving an indelible mark on Nairobi's parenting community. Held over three action-packed days at the Sarit Expo Centre, the event reaffirmed Baby Banda's 18-year legacy as "mummy's friend," offering a trusted space where over 3,000 mothers, fathers, and caregivers accessed expert advice, exclusive deals, and a supportive network.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 8:35 am

Nigeria: Taraba Begins Tetanus-Diphtheria Vaccination for Women

[Premium Times] "This vaccination will target females aged 15 to 49 years, and I urge eligible women to take advantage of the opportunity to receive the vaccine," Mr Nyigwa

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 8:26 am

Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Unveils Lagos GBV Prevention Policy, Urges Nationwide Action

[This Day] Sunday Ehigiator

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 8:09 am

Nigeria: Global Trade - West African Women Urged to Exploit Technology for Regional Development

[Leadership] West African businesswomen and entrepreneurs have been advised to leverage technology and skills to grow their businesses and access regional and global markets.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 8:04 am

Nigeria: Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello - The Woman Who Transformed Lasu

[This Day] Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello left office this month as the ninth substantive Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), closing a five-year tenure that began in September 2021. A physiologist by training, she ran the university with the same precision she once applied to a laboratory bench.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 7:25 am

Nigeria: Kemi Fajana - Woman Behind the Growing Twins Faja Empire

[This Day] When Kemi Fajana walks into a room, her elegance is usually the first thing people notice. Her business empire, however, is what keeps them talking long after she has left.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 7:25 am

Nigeria: How Alaafin-Makinde Warmth Turned Cold

[This Day] There was a time when the chemistry between Governor Seyi Makinde and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, appeared almost picture-perfect.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 7:25 am

Nigeria: 2027 Polls and Gender Representation

[This Day] There is need to do more to achieve better female access to political power

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 7:25 am

Liberia: Liberia Binds New Women, Peace Plan to Targets, Budgets As Boakai Launches It At UN

[Liberian Investigator] United Nations -- Liberia's third national plan on women, peace and security ties every commitment to a responsible government agency, an indicator, a baseline and a target, and places a gender ministry-chaired steering committee that includes the justice, defense and finance ministries in charge of delivering it, Gender Minister Gbeme Horace-Kollie said Sept. 21 as President Joseph Boakai launched the plan at U.N. headquarters.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 3:45 am

Africa: World Leaders Call for Woman UN Secretary-General

[New Era] Several world leaders have called for a woman to become the next secretary general of the United Nations, saying the organisation has never been led by a woman since its establishment in 1945.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 3:43 am

South Africa: The War On Women - - Ekurhuleni Murders Highlight SA's Femicide Crisis

[Daily Maverick] The Ekurhuleni killings have intensified fears over South Africa's femicide crisis, exposing women's daily vulnerability and persistent failures in policing, prevention and accountability.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 2:36 am

Uganda: Gnbu Calls for Renewed Action As Uganda Reviews Strategy On Child Marriage and Teenage Pregnancy

[Nile Post] Girls Not Brides Uganda (GNBU) has called for renewed commitment and stronger multisectoral collaboration in the fight against child marriage and teenage pregnancy as stakeholders gathered to validate findings from a rapid assessment of the National Strategy to End Child Marriage and Teenage Pregnancy.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 6:57 pm

Namibia: How Much More Careful Must a Woman Be?

[New Era] As a woman, I can't go for a run. Walk home from school, go to the post office, go to the spa, go to the shops. Escort a friend home, visit a friend, go to a party, go to work. Come home from work, take a taxi, wait for a taxi, walk home.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 6:19 pm

Namibia: Standard Bank Celebrates Women Driving Tech Innovation

[New Era] Standard Bank Namibia has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in the technology sector by celebrating the women driving innovation, digital transformation and technological excellence within the organisation. A recent engagement brought together women from across the bank's technology and digital teams for a day of learning, networking and inspiration, creating space for meaningful conversations about leadership, career growth and the evolving role of women in technology.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 6:19 pm

Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Seeks Removal of Barriers to Women-Led Businesses

[Daily Trust] The governor of Lagos, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called for a collective effort by government, financial institutions, investors, development partners and entrepreneurs to address the barriers limiting the growth of women-led businesses in Nigeria.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 8:29 am

South Africa: Former President's Wife Sounds Alarm On Rising Gender-Based Violence

[Scrolla] Thobeka Madiba-Zuma, wife of former President Jacob Zuma, has called on government to strengthen public safety measures to combat rising gender-based violence. She was speaking at the second annual Queens High Tea in Ballito, held to celebrate King Misuzulu kaZwelithini's birthday.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 8:14 am

Botswana: Breast Cancer Awareness Tour Underway

[The Patriot] Journey of Hope (JoH) Botswana is hosting it's 15th Annual Big Journey tour, which is a breast cancer awareness and screening initiative. The important screening initiative comes as a result of the rise in lifestyle related diseases. According to JoH Public Relations Personnel Onica Lekuntwane, there is a real need to educate communities about breast cancer as a non-communicable disease, and to make breast screening accessible to underserved communities throughout the country.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 8:09 am

Uganda: Govt Eyes Ai Tool to Tackle Rising Nude, Explicit Content On Social Media

[Nile Post] The Government is in the process of acquiring an Artificial Intelligence-powered system to help curb adult and offensive content being shared on social media and other digital platforms.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 8:05 am

Nigeria: Medical Expert Speaks On Health Risks of Vaginal Douching

[Premium Times] The paediatrician said the vagina naturally cleansed itself and advised women to wash the external genital area regularly with clean water.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 10:20 am

Nigeria: Christy Opara to Empower 400 FCT School Girls Through Sports

[This Day] Former Nigerian international and Olympic medallist, Ambassador Christy Opara, has unveiled plans to empower 400 girls through sports and mentorship in commemoration of the 2026 International Day of the Girl-child.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 8:48 am

Liberia: Women Political Leaders Urged to Lead Where Democracy Is Felt Most

[Liberian Observer] Twenty-six women leaders representing political parties across Liberia are participating in a weeklong leadership-development program organized by the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy, with support from UNDP Liberia, in Buchanan City, Grand Bassa County.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 8:01 am

Africa: Nandi-Ndaitwah Wants Woman As UN Chief

[Namibian] President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for a woman to be elected as the next United Nations secretary general, saying the organisation's leadership has yet to reflect the gender equality it promotes globally.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 6:30 am