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Women leaders call for stronger female role in energy decisions

Women in Energy Network (WIEN) has pledged to take a frontline role in shaping the energy sector, calling for greater female participation in policy...

Michael Simire - February 13, 2026

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Over four million girls still at risk of female genital mutilation – UN

In 2026 alone, an estimated 4.5 million girls – many under the age of five – are at risk of undergoing female genital mutilation (FGM)....

Michael Simire - February 6, 2026

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Why eliminating child marriage is key to seizing Africa’s demographic dividend

Africa's future prosperity rests on its daughters Africa is home to an estimated 160 million adolescent girls aged 10 to 19. They embody the energy, creativity...

Michael Simire - January 30, 2026

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Group enlightens women on climate smart agriculture in Kano

Bridge Connect Africa Initiative (BCAI), on Thursday, January 22, 2026, empowered 16 women in Kano on Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) adaptation to promote their...

Michael Simire - January 22, 2026

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Women in housing conference to enhance gender-responsive development in built environment

The Founder and Convener of the 2026 Africa Women in Housing and Construction (AWHC) Conference and Business Expo, Flora Anne, says it aims to...

Michael Simire - January 19, 2026

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Women in Energy applauds Tinubu’s appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as NUPRC chief executive

The Women in Energy Network (WIEN), an advocate for gender balance in energy sector leadership, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Oritsemeyiwa...

Michael Simire - December 19, 2025

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The Belém Gender Action Plan: A launchpad accelerating ambitious, effective, inclusive climate action

Adopted by Parties at COP30, the Belém Gender Action Plan (GAP) for 2026–2034 marks a new chapter for equality, ambition and inclusion in climate...

Michael Simire - December 14, 2025

Gender

After three decades of struggle, resilience: UN declares International Day of Indigenous Women & Girls

When the UN General Assembly officially proclaimed the International Day of the World's Indigenous Women and Girls, it did so in recognition of centuries...

Michael Simire - December 10, 2025

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Climate ChangeFebruary 22, 2026

UN Body sets fast-track plan to deliver high-quality credits under Paris Agreement

Efforts to implement the Paris Agreement’s new carbon market gathered pace last week, as the UN Body overseeing the work agreed on an accelerated plan to deliver high-quality carbon credits. Now...

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