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oluwakemi turned a risky investment into , an innovative one-stop agency that successfully combined traditional media with digital and AI solutions.

Despite facing persistent gender bias where clients often asked her to “call her oga,” she grew the company from a bare office into a brand employing over 45 people across five Nigerian cities. In this story, discover how her approach proves that leadership is defined by capacity and delivery, not gender. Oluwakemi Olorode is truly a . 🥀

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Our of the week is here. From the ashes of a fire, Aisha Funsho built KF Place, a haven for disabled children, inspired by her daughter's journey. KF Place celebrates every small milestone, providing essential therapies and education, including coding, for 47 children with diverse needs. It's a testament to unwavering love, proving these children are "geniuses in their own right" deserving every chance to shine. Click the link on our bio to read her story.

Our of the week is here!

Orphaned at age 16, Ukange Patience survived a childhood full of pain and scarcity. But that experience only fueled her resolve to help others have healthier, happier, and better lives. She built The Confident Woman Africa, empowering 3,000+ African women with skills, self-esteem, and hope. Her journey as a true is raw proof that tragedy can birth purpose. Click the link on our bio to read the full story.

She is here. Our of the week. Bombs took Abakar Khaltom's home, hunger tested her strength, and gender bias tried to shove her around. Still, she stood strong, earning scholarships and founding the Blossoms Of Hope Initiative that now empowers refugee women in Kenya with skills, dignity, and income. Her fire fuels change, making her a true .

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Applications are open for the 2025/2026 AfOx Visiting Fellowship at the University of Oxford.

Enjoy 12 months of collaboration, including two months in Oxford with travel, visa, and living costs covered.

Read more: https://primeprogressng.com/opportunities/take-your-research-global-apply-for-the-2025-2026-afox-visiting-fellowship/

Applications are open for the Wema Bank Bankers-in-Training Programme 2025.

This could be your chance to launch your career in banking.

Get top-notch training, hands-on experience, and benefits like healthcare, bonuses, and competitive pay.

Read more: https://primeprogressng.com/opportunities/join-the-bankers-in-training-cohort-by-wema-bank/

Applications are now open for the 2025 Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards.

This global program supports women entrepreneurs creating social or environmental impact.

Winners will receive over $200,000 in grants, training, and networking opportunities.

Read more: https://primeprogressng.com/prime-woman/apply-now-2025-cartier-women-initiative-awards/

More women are turning to surrogacy.

In Nigeria, surrogate births went up by 30% between 2018 and 2023, even as many people still judge or misunderstand the practice.

Here is why it matters:
https://primeprogressng.com/perspective/exploring-the-complexities-of-surrogacy-and-identity/

In Nigeria’s rural communities, women are leading the charge toward a sustainable future, not with machines, but with solar technology.

Read more: https://primeprogressng.com/spotlight/how-nigerian-women-are-powering-a-clean-energy-revolution/

The Adinkra Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications.

Benefits include two international trips, a $1,500 stipend, and a strong alumni network.

Read more: https://primeprogressng.com/opportunities/call-for-applications-adinkra-fellowship-for-young-africans-in-the-diaspora/