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Capital Access, Energy Costs Constrain Women-led Businesses
Women-led micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria’s manufacturing, agribusiness and nutrition sectors face persistent barriers to capital, energy, technical skills and market access, according to…
Alitheia moves to close capital gap for women-led businesses
Alitheia Capital’s W.O.M.A.N. 2026 program connects over 300 women-led businesses in Nigeria with investors and expertise to close capital gaps. Read More:…
How to apply for GuaranteeHer N100 billion scheme for women businesses
Federal Government supports the GuaranteeHer initiative, unlocking N100 billion for 20,000 women-led businesses, aiming to create 150,000 jobs in Nigeria.
Again, Nigeria pip Zimbabwe to U-19 Women’s W’Cup ticket
Nigeria’s U-19 Women’s Cricket team defeated Zimbabwe to secure their spot in the 2027 ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup. Read about their unbeaten run. Read More:…
FIFA U-20 Women World Cup: Nigeria vs Spain – time and where to watch
Nigeria’s Falconets begin their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign on Monday when they take on Spain in a highly anticipated Group F opener at the Arena Sosnowiec in Poland. The post FIFA U-20 Women World Cup:…
African women innovators deploy AI to tackle health, agric challenges
African women innovators are deploying artificial intelligence and smart technologies to tackle persistent health and agricultural challenges in the continent, read more African women innovators deploy AI to tackle…
Super Falcons Goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor Signs Two-Year Deal With Crystal Palace Women
Super Falcons goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor has completed a permanent transfer to Crystal Palace Women from Portsmouth FC Women, signing a two-year contract until 2028. The post Super Falcons Goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor…
Amstel Malta honours women, celebrates community spirit at August meeting in Abia
All through the year, Amstel Malta has encouraged people to be their best, and when the women of Abia State read more Amstel Malta honours women, celebrates community spirit at August meeting in Abia
UN Women Disowns GADA Fundraising for Women Candidates, Warns Against Misuse of Logo
Michael Olugbode in Abuja UN Women Nigeria has disassociated itself from fundraising materials circulated by Gender & Development Action (GADA) in connection with preparations for Nigeria’s forthcoming general…
Are women in Tinubu’s cabinet exercising power?, by Stephanie Shaakaa
Women are noticed when they make an entrance, photographed when they are appointed, briefly discussed as evidence that government has not forgotten the existence of women, and then returned to the margins The post Are…
Kogi gov’s empowers 500 elderly women, vulnerable residents
The First Lady of Kogi State, Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, has distributed cash gifts and food items to 500 elderly women The post Kogi gov’s empowers 500 elderly women, vulnerable residents appeared first on Tribune…
Eiffel Tower reopens after spat over removing women staff
The Eiffel Tower reopens after staff protested the removal of women colleagues during a Hindu group’s visit, sparking a gender equality debate. Read More:…
Cricket: Nigeria qualify for ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup
The Junior Female Yellow Greens will now represent Nigeria at the global tournament for the second time. The post Cricket: Nigeria qualify for ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Africa Celebrates as Mali Stun Spain 82–73 at FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup
Mali defeated Spain 82–73 at the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin, marking their first-ever win against European opposition. Sika Koné earned Player of the Game honours alongside Djeneba N'Diaye's 19…
D’Tigress Crash Out Of FIBA Women’s World Cup, Apologise To Nigerians
Nigeria’s D’Tigress have been eliminated from the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin, Germany, after South Korea’s heavy 95-69 defeat to France ended the African champions’ hopes of reaching the knockout…
U-20 W’Cup: Falconets open campaign against Spain
The Head Coach of Nigeria’s U20 Women National Team, Falconets, Moses Aduku, has declared that his team will throw everything into Monday’s opening match of Group F at the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup, against Spain at…
Action Aid Empowers FCT Women With Milling Machines
Women in Kilankwa community, Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have received grinding and milling machines to boost their economic activities and reduce poverty in the community. The machine was…
Meet The Finalists: Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Awards 2026
The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) is pleased to announce the finalists for its 2026 AWIEF Awards. Launched in 2017, the prestigious annual AWIEF Awards is an initiative to recognize, honour,…
D’Tigress eliminated from FIBA Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s D’Tigress have been eliminated from the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin after France defeated South Korea 95–69, ending Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the knockout stages. The elimination comes…
D’Tigresses Beaten by France, End 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Adventure Winless
*Captain Okonkwo admits the Nigerian ladies struggled to find rhythm African champions Nigeria’s D’Tigresses completed their adventure in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin, Germany yesterday without
Kano gov empowers 5,800 women across 44 LGAs
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf launches a monthly empowerment program, distributing N50,000 to 5,800 women across 44 LGAs to reduce poverty. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-gov-empowers-5800-women-across-44-lgas/
Spain Beat Nigeria 2-0 as Falconets suffer defeat at U-20 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s Falconets suffered a disappointing start to their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign after losing 2-0 to Spain in their opening Group F match in Poland. Spain took the lead in the 13th minute through…
Amstel Malta Honours Women and Celebrates Community Spirit at the 2026 August Meeting in Abia State
All through the year, Amstel Malta has encouraged people to be their best, and when the women of Abia State gathered for their annual August Meeting at the New Government House, Umuahia, on Friday, August 28, the brand…
Mark Your Calendars! Africa Is Coming to Zambia as PAWEN Brings Women Together to Build, Lead & Network
This November, entrepreneurs, C-suite executives and change makers from across Africa will gather in Lusaka, Zambia, to gain practical insight, build powerful networks and unlock new possibilities at the PAWEN Summit &…
Edo Queens win WAFU-B title again, qualify for Champions League
The comeback victory also secured Edo Queens’ place in the upcoming CAF Women’s Champions League finals. The post Edo Queens win WAFU-B title again, qualify for Champions League appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
FIBA World Cup: France Humble D’Tigress 111-56 As Wakama Admits Nigeria Must Rebuild
African champions Nigeria suffered their third consecutive defeat at the ongoing D’2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Germany after France produced a record-breaking shooting display to cruise to a 111-56 victory…
2027: Groups target youths, women with grassroots campaign for Tinubu
By Dickson Omobola Renewed Hope Agenda Continuity Marshals, REHACMA, and Tinubu Torch Bearers, TTB, have described President Bola Tinubu as a youth-friendly leader, saying the impact can be seen in the policies and…
APC protests Nigeria First Lady visit exclusion to Anambra, tackles Soludo
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra State has protested the alleged exclusion of the party and its women’s wing read more APC protests Nigeria First Lady visit exclusion to Anambra, tackles Soludo
2026 FIBA WWC: Mali makes history with stunning victory over Spain
Mali produced one of the biggest shocks of the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup after defeating Spain 82–73 in a stunning result on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The West African team delivered what is tagged as an…
Hisbah Arrests 22 Over Alleged Illegal Event In Kano
The Kano State Hisbah Board says it has arrested 22 suspects, including 10 women and 12 men, over an alleged attempt to organise an illegal event in the state. The Deputy Commander-General of the board, Dr. Mujahedeen…
2027: PDP Candidate Pledges Jobs, Skills Programmes For Dutse/Kiyawa Youths
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Dutse/Kiyawa Federal Constituency, Aminu Wada Abubakar, has pledged to address unemployment among youths and women through skills acquisition, enterprise support and job…
Falconets Face Spain In High-stakes World Cup Opener
Nigeria’s Falconets will begin their FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup campaign against European powerhouse Spain on Monday, with head coach Moses Aduku insisting his side are ready to give everything in pursuit of victory.…
2026 U-20 WWC: Falconets lose 2-0 to Spain in Group F opener
Nigeria’s Falconets began their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign on a disappointing note after losing 2-0 to Spain in their Group F opener on Monday. The post 2026 U-20 WWC: Falconets lose 2-0 to Spain in Group…
CAFWCLQ: Edo Queens seek revenge against Ampem Darkoa in WAFU-B Final
Beyond the regional title, Saturday’s final carries even greater significance, as the winners will represent West Africa at the CAF Women’s Champions League proper in South Africa later this year The post CAFWCLQ: Edo…
Giants of Africa Makes International Debut at Adidas X Alba Next UP Women’s Tournament in Berlin
Giants of Africa (GOA), the non profit organization founded by Masai Ujiri which uses basketball as a tool to empower youth and create opportunities across the continent made its first
Cricket: Chukwuonye relishes Nigeria’s U-19 World Cup qualifier triumph
Nigeria’s U-19 women’s cricket captain, Christabel Chukwuonye, shares her emotional reaction to their dramatic World Cup qualifier triumph over Zimbabwe. Read More:…
D’Tigress end woeful W’Cup campaign with heavy France defeat
D’Tigress conclude their FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup campaign with a heavy 111-56 defeat to France, finishing without a win. Read More:…
From village fields to Kigali: How WOFAN is putting rural women at centre of Africa’s food future
Agricultural transformation rarely begins in a conference hall. More often, it starts quietly in a rural community, on a farm where a woman decides to try a new technology, a young person discovers that agriculture can…
Two Wheels, One Mission: Chibeda’s Nigeria-To-France Solo Motorcycle Ride For Hope And Healing
For Chibeda, the ride was about representation, reshaping how African women are seen. The post Two Wheels, One Mission: Chibeda’s Nigeria-To-France Solo Motorcycle Ride For Hope And Healing appeared first on Channels…
2028 Olympics: NFF confident Super Falcons will qualify
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed confidence in the Super Falcons’ ability to secure back-to-back qualification for the Women’s read more 2028 Olympics: NFF confident Super Falcons will qualify
