The third match day of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup is here already. With Australia beating Ireland and New Zealand recording a narrow win in the opening match of the tournament, bigger matches are surely coming up, and many teams will be looking to capitalize on strong starts to initiate a deep run in […]
The Slay Ballers 2.0 – FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 – Nigeria vs Canada Match Preview
After co-hosts Australia and New Zealand try to start well against Ireland and Norway respectively, Nigeria, the most experienced African team, will be taking on the 2020 Olympic gold medalists, Canada in a fixture that promises to be as exciting as can be. Led by experienced and serial title winner Christine Sinclair, Canada will be […]
The Slay Ballers 2.0 – FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 – New Zealand vs Norway Match Preview
Another Women’s World Cup is here again, starting on the 20th of July, 2023. Now that FIFA has decided to increase its allure and make more people fall in love with this category, we should see the effect of expanding the number of teams from 24 to 32 like the men’s category, and increasing the […]
The Slay Ballers 2.0 – FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
Another FIFA Women’s World Cup is here again. After the wonderful display of footballing brilliance and astute management displayed at the last edition in France in 2019, there is so much anticipation for the upcoming edition slated between July 20 and August 20 and what it will bring to the women’s footballing table. Before we […]
Happy Father’s Day 2023
Bamboo Love Mercy averted her gaze, feeling a mix of emotions as her father wheeled himself into the sitting room. A sense of unease settled upon her, causing beads of sweat to form on her forehead. She found solace in fixating her eyes on her brown suede boots, avoiding direct eye contact with him. This […]
World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2023
World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2023 – Making menstruation a normal fact of life by 2030I have always been vocal with my advocacy even from childhood. This is partly because of my lived experiences. One time, I accompanied my cousin to their school debate. When we got there, I cheered the loudest. Both teams were marshaling […]
A Leap into Destiny
“With these curves and beautiful skin you have, you are telling me you want to be a mechanic?” My blood boiled as aunty Freda queried. It had always been the constant attitude whenever others heard about my passion for fixing cars. “Of course.” I replied. “That’s what I love. I find purpose and fulfillment in […]
Men Picking Up The Gauntlet 11!!! – Noel Alumona
For a long time, most advocacy was channeled at the girl child. This caused a tilt in the balance of things as women were being empowered but men were not. At first, it felt like men were all right and didn’t need empowerment. But as time went on, we realized that some of the toxic […]
International Day of the Boy Child 2023
From an early age, boys are strongly discouraged from showing vulnerability. They are told to bear things “like a man”. In some cultures, people go as far as punishing them when they express pain. For instance, it’s common practice for boys to be beaten or chided for acting “like a girl” when they cry. In […]
Birthday Reflections 2023
As I celebrate yet another birthday, I find myself reflecting upon the incredible journey I have embarked upon thus far. It is a time to acknowledge the blessings that have shaped me into the person I am today. In this reflection, I express my profound gratitude for the grace of leadership that has guided my […]