Blessing Abeng
From a Questioning Child to a Catalyst By Oluchi Obiahu Blessing Abeng discussed her journey from aspiring to be a neurosurgeon to a career in branding and communications. A curious child turned visionary leader, she has carved a path from dreaming of neurosurgery to becoming a powerhouse in branding, communications, and the tech ecosystem. Her […]
Green is Her Currency
The Native Women Cultivating Skincare From Soil to Skin By Zamie Ayo In the quiet rhythms of rural life where early morning dew still kisses yam leaves and old songs are carried by the wind something remarkable is blooming. A silent revolution led by women with cracked palms and wild wisdom. These are not beauty […]
ISSUE 024
Welcome to August and to our 24th edition, which also marks the beginning of our second year of Raising Women Magazine. What a journey it has been. This issue pulses with the energy and edge of a generation that is refusing to wait its turn. From activism to innovation, Gen Z women are showing that power has no age restriction.
Gracing our cover is Blessing Abeng, a branding powerhouse whose voice has amplified African creativity on the global stage. Her story is one of clarity, confidence and carving out space where none existed.
This issue is filled with vibrant reflections and bold narratives, including a compelling Girl Talk piece on digital self-worth and the beauty of individuality. Our Find Her Light segment offers soulful musings on the transformation that comes with age.
As always, we hope these stories inspire you to lead, love and live in your full brilliance. Let us continue to raise women.
Publisher & Editor-in-Chief
LADY MAY IKEORA-AMAMGBO (PHD)
CALLED and CHOSEN Why Your Seat at the Table Was Never a Coincidence
By May Ikeora-Amamgbo There is a verse many of us know by heart: “Many are called, but few are chosen” (Matthew 22:14). It is often quoted to justify exclusivity, to keep doors half open, or to imply that divine selection is a lottery of favour. But what if we have been read-ing it wrong? What […]
Burnt Sugar by Avni Doshi
By Ikupolusi Ariyike Avni Doshi’s debut novel, “Burnt Sugar,” is a haunting exploration of memory, identity, and the complexities of mother-daughter relationships. Set against the backdrop of Pune, India, the narrative weaves together the past and present, creating a rich tapestry of emotions that resonate deeply with readers. The story revolves around Antara, a young […]
From Disruptive Tech in South Africa to Accessible Cities in Europe
Two Global Opportunities Empowering Innovation, Inclusion, and Impact By Zamie Ayo 1.Organizer: Irish Tech Challenge Location: South Africa Program Type: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Support Deadline: 04-08-2025 Brief Applications are open for the Irish Tech Challenge South Africa 2025. Join the Irish Tech Challenge South Africa and seize the opportunity to change the tech landscape while […]
Women’s Resistance from Pre-Colonial Bonds to Unapologetic Power
By Francisca Sinjae A crime older than its name, the exploitation of women and girls thrived under many guises long before the term “human trafficking” came into existence. From the palaces of pre-colonial African kingdoms to the temples of ancient Asia, from the castles of medieval Europe to the plantations of the Americas, women have […]
KANAYO AWANI
Architect of Africa’s Trade Renaissance By Oluchi Obiahu Pan-African Women’s Day is celebrated on July 31st each year. It is a day to commemorate the first Pan-African Women’s Conference held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, in 1962, which led to the formation of the Pan-African Women’s Organization (PAWO). On this Pan‑African Women’s Day, we honor […]
Wander and Recharge How Travel Can Be the Ultimate Self-Care for Girls
By Ikupolusi Ariyike The world is a fast-paced place where people often praise hustle over healing and it’s easy to forget that rest is productive too. For many girls and women, especially those balancing careers, families, relationships, and personal growth, travel isn’t just leisure it’s therapy. Here’s how travel can be the ultimate self-care experience: […]
Why He Won’t Take Off His Shirt Summer, Shame & the Silent Pressure on Men
By a guy who also keeps his shirt on at the beach There’s a special kind of anxiety that creeps in around June. It’s not about unpaid bills, job deadlines, or even the crushing knowledge that we’re all aging faster than we think. No, this one’s different. It’s the quiet panic of realizing summer is […]