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Victim. Survivor. Savior

South africa recently witnessed an epidemic of gender-based voilence. From across the border in Botswana, one woman’s tale of how she was shot eight times by her boyfriend.

'No One Loved Me - Not Even God'

South Africa has made massive strides in HIV research and treatment, but what are the prospects for HIV-positive women who are pregnant now?

Sleep Out And Wake Up

This year, the successful CEO SleepOut is introducing SheEO SleepOut, where female business leaders will sleep on the streets to raise money for the homeless.

The Kenyan Spreading Joy

Rachel Ruto, the Second Lady of Kenya, has for the last seven years pushed for the economic empowerment of women in the country building capacity and strong communities

Fight Like A Girl

Two kickass initiatives in South Africa to stop the cycle of violence and rape – Debi Stevens’ Action Breaks Silence and a pretty lethal fight club.

Toke Okeowo, 25 Kirikiri Prison Detained: Five Years Future: Uncertain

Women in a Lagos prison await trial with no healthcare or hope. The criminal justice system is slow and prison reforms as nonexistent as their future.

Fashion - In The Operation Theater?

Doctor and fashion entrepreneur Felicia Tshite is working to expand and popularize her line of designer scrubs.

Queen Bee!

With her new film Queen of Katwe just out in theaters and several projects with a strong Africa connect on the cards, Lupita Nyong’o continues her reign in Hollywood and at home.

The New Wave Of Disruptors

Here they come, the networked whiz kids ready to dictate new trends and disrupt industries; the generation that found their way with touchscreens even before taking their first steps. Their language is coding, grammar is Instagram, and Google their go-to. They are the Generation Z, game-changing digital natives about to hit the workforce in a continent boasting one of the youngest populations in the world. Could they be the new class of billionaires in Africa?

The Journey To Nowhere

Poverty-stricken illegal migrants from Nigeria in search of a better future in Europe who end up in Libya, abused and exploited by traffickers. Their horrific accounts.

Dressing Up The Rich And Famous

Jewelry designer Zakiyyah Smailovic is now taking African bling to Dubai.

The Chibok 21

The kidnapping by militants of the 276 teenage girls in Chibok in 2014 was the start of a sad chapter for Nigeria. After months in captivity, 21 girls were released in October. But most are still missing. Are they slaves, spies, or lost forever?

Our Strength Lies In Coming Together

Kenya has put forward Amina Mohamed’s candidature as Chairperson of the African Union Commission. The Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs and International Trade in Kenya has had an outstanding diplomatic career and is set on taking Africa to the future.

If Steve Biko Were Still Alive…

Almost 40 years since the death of anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko, South Africa is crying out for someone with his vision to lead it.

A Day In The Life Of A First Lady

Rwanda is a global model for gender equality, and a stellar example of how communities can be mobilized for nationbuilding. In an exclusive interview with FORBES WOMAN AFRICA, the country’s First Lady, Jeannette Kagame, tells us how the 15-year-old Imbuto Foundation has been taking Rwanda and its people forward.

Street Smart

A street vendor as a child, American entrepreneur and FORBES 30 Under 30 alumna Christine Souffrant Ntim is now working to digitize the informal economies of the world.

What December Will Tell

Former African Union Commission chair Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has a critical year ahead as the ANC prepares to elect a new candidate to lead what promises to be a stormy election. Will the scales tip in her favor?

Africa, Here She Comes

Jessica O. Matthews was only 19 when she invented an energy-generating soccer ball. She now runs a renewable energy company specializing in motion-based, miniaturized power systems, and has big plans for Africa.

The Primates In The Park

One recent morning, deep inside the forests of Uganda, our travel writer Ramdas Iyer came face to face with some very impatient chimpanzees.

Africa Must Start Now

A MAY 2017 PUBLICATION RELEASED BY THE World Economic Forum, The Future of Jobs and Skills in Africa: Preparing the Region for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, sets the scene for Africa’s economic future.

For All 'Mompreneurs'

Shanèy Vijendranath is one of two selected from Africa for a global mentorship program for startups that use tech to solve problems.

Pain & Gain

Born into abject poverty, Rirhandzu Letty Ngobeni suffered and survived as a businesswoman in South Africa by consistently diversifying her skills, and staying humble.

'It's About Who You Know'

Rita Kusi brought the HR practices of corporate America to Ghana, to ensure companies got quality talent and locals the right jobs.

Women's Leadership Is Under Attack Globally

We caught up with former Malawian President Joyce Banda in Johannesburg just before her return to Malawi in April after four years away. One of four female presidents Africa has had, she spoke about her plans but is guarded about her return to politics.

The Mind's Virtual Reality

Heard of a mental disorder named Maladaptive Daydreaming where patients waste productive hours daydreaming excessively, creating alternate lives in their heads?

'Didn't Want To Be The Boss's Daughter'

Born into money, she started working at age 10 to hone her skills to build companies selling luxury and opulence. Along the way, she worked on cruise liners and sold pap and stew out of a food truck.

The Poverty And Fear Of Living Off Handouts

There are 17 million South Africans dependent on social grants doled out by the Department of Social Development. For most, it’s their sole means of survival month to month.

Vulnerable, Neglected And Dead

In February, the deaths of over 100 psychiatric patients grabbed headlines in South africa. are efforts being taken to ensure this does not happen, again?

Farewell, Gentle Giant

South african struggle stalwart ahmed kathrada, known for his humour, humility and humanity, was given a hero’s send-off. But Jacob Zuma, though absent, loomed large.

A to Zuma

A hero’s funeral, a controversial cabinet reshuffle and the country diminished to junk status. The events unfolded in quick succession for South Africa. Question is: what’s next?