OkayAfrica reflects on the enduring legacy of ‘We Should All Be Feminists,’ one of the most powerful moments in African feminist thought over the last 15 years.
As murders of women surge across the country, activists fight for recognition and justice in a system that refuses to name the crime.
What started as Ethiopia’s first ‘Bachelor’-style reality dating show has evolved into a powerful showcase of female agency, self-discovery and sisterhood.
Today would have been the Nigerian trailblazer's 119th birthday.
A South African woman shares her story of her sexual assault and its aftermath.
The activist has been sentenced to 18 months in prison over a poem she wrote about the president last year, referencing vaginas.
Nigerian women successfully protested against sexual harassment in markets on Saturday, despite being met with opposition by antagonistic men.
Attendees of the book festival had mixed reactions to her interview with Prof. Pumla Gqola.
The book was about the struggles of black women under apartheid rule.
South African women are enraged at the way the defense seems to blame women for their own abuse.
"You have to name the problem," Adichie says about why she is sticking to the word "feminism."
We speak to Nigerian journalist and director, Rosie Collyer, about documenting the personal and professional life of Aisha, the woman leading the fight against Boko Haram in northeast Nigeria.
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OkayAfrica is the premiere digital platform bringing the worlds of African music, art, culture, style, sports and politics to a global audience. Founded in 2010 as an extension of Okayplayer, OkayAfrica serves as a cultural bridge to foster deeper understanding of the continent, while also building meaningful connections with its diaspora.
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