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Gender

Geoinformation society seeks govt support to boost women’s participation in geospatial technology

The Geoinformation Society of Nigeria (GEOSON), Oyo State Chapter, has urged governments at all levels to provide targeted support to increase women’s participation in...

Michael Simire - February 24, 2026

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When mining kills women: A year after Bilalikoto mine collapse

On Sunday, February 15, 2026, Women in Mining Africa (WiM-Africa) commemorated Silent 15 of Bilalikoto – Year One, honouring the over 48 women artisanal miners who lost...

Michael Simire - February 15, 2026

Gender

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

Gender

Experts want increased participation of women in Nigeria’s ocean economy

Stakeholders in the Nigerian Maritime and Energy Sectors, on Sunday, November 2, 2025, said that increased participation of women in the nation’s ocean economy...

Michael Simire - November 2, 2025

Gender

French Embassy supports ‘Safe Space’ session in Benue IDP camps

In an apparent testament to resilience, women from Daudu Camp II in Benue State have come together to share their experiences of financial abuse...

Michael Simire - October 12, 2025

Gender

Gates Foundation announces $2.5bn funding to spark new era of women-centred research, innovation

The Gates Foundation on Monday, August 4, 2025, announced a $2.5 billion commitment through 2030 to accelerate research and development (R&D) focused exclusively on...

Michael Simire - August 4, 2025

Gender

Climate change: Experts warn of looming impact on women’s health

Some health experts have raised alarm over the growing toll of climate-related disasters on public health, particularly on women and vulnerable communities in Nigeria. The...

Michael Simire - July 18, 2025

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