Ayo, the co-anchor of Arise News Channel’s premier show, The Morning Show, has made a remarkable impact in the media industry with her distinctive voice, captivating stage presence, and an impressive portfolio of interviews. A graduate of International Relations from Swansea University, UK, Ayo’s journey in media began in 2014 with Cool TV’s popular talk show, The Blog. Her […]
APC Professional Women Council UK Zone Champions Inclusivity and Empowerment in Nigerian Politics
The APC Professional Women Council UK Zone recently organized a vibrant event to commemorate International Women’s Day, in a bid to promote inclusivity and empowerment in Nigerian politics. Themed “Inspire Inclusion,” the event aimed to create a conducive environment for women to thrive in various fields. The event featured distinguished speakers and panelists who addressed various topics, including financial […]
From Eastern Cape to Cape Town: Esethu Cenga’s Rewoven Journey Toward Sustainable Fashion
Esethu Cenga‘s journey from the Eastern Cape to Cape Town has been a vibrant blend of personal growth, academic rigor, and entrepreneurial spirit. Having moved to Cape Town in 2013 to study at the University of Cape Town, Esethu’s curiosity and passion for positive change quickly propelled her into the forefront of addressing socioeconomic challenges through innovative solutions. As […]
Olympic Gymnastics Champion Gabby Douglas Returns After 8 Years, Qualifies for U.S. Classic
Olympic gymnastics champion Gabby Douglas has made a remarkable comeback after an eight-year hiatus, returning to the sport with a stunning performance at the American Classic on April 27. Despite her self-imposed break and a recent battle with COVID-19, Douglas’s determination and skill shone through as she qualified for multiple events for the U.S. Championships, scheduled for next month. […]
Nigerian Entrepreneur Clara Chizoba Kronborg Sets New Record for Longest Interviewing Marathon, Inspiring Millions
Nigerian social media entrepreneur Clara Chizoba Kronborg has made history by breaking the world record for the longest interviewing marathon with an astounding time of 55 hours and 24 seconds. The previous record of 37 hours and 44 minutes, set by Rob Oliver (USA) in 2022, now seems a distant memory as Clara shattered it by nearly 18 hours. […]
Jaedyn Shaw Makes History: 19-Year-Old Sensation Leads USWNT to SheBelieves Cup Final with Record-Setting Goal
Jaedyn Shaw, the 19-year-old rising star of the United States Women’s National Team (USWNT), etched her name into the record books on Saturday by becoming the first player in team history to score a goal in each of her first five starts. Her remarkable achievement came as she netted the opening goal in the USWNT’s 2-1 victory over Japan […]
Duchess International Magazine’s International Women’s Day Conference 2024: Dr. Vicky Minkah-Adom Advocates for Mental Health Support and Understanding in Africa
Dr. Vicky Minkah-Adom, a partner in the NHS, UK, delivered a thought-provoking presentation at the Duchess International Women’s Day Conference 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, calling for greater support and understanding for mental health issues, particularly among women and girls in Africa. Her message was clear: the stigma around mental health must end, and communities must come together to support […]
Empowering Women Through Financial Independence: Yinka Odeajo Urges Women to Harness Social Media at IWD Conference 2024
At the Duchess International Magazine IWD Conference 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, Yinka Odeajo, the Managing Partner of Custodian Global Consult, delivered a poignant speech on the significance of financial empowerment for women and girls in contemporary society. He underscored the catalytic influence of social media as a vehicle for advancement and encouraged women to leverage these resources for entrepreneurial […]
Kenyan-born Lilian Seenoi-Barr Becomes First Black Mayor In Northern Ireland
Cllr Lilian Seenoi-Barr has emerged as a prominent advocate for human rights and social justice in Northern Ireland. Joining the SDLP team on Derry and Strabane District Council in June 2021, she has brought her extensive experience as a human rights campaigner and community leader to the forefront. As the Director of Programmes at the North-West Migrants Forum, she […]
Clarion Call for Inclusion: WISTA President, Eunice Ezeoke, Addresses Second-Generation Gender Bias at the Duchess International Magazine IWD Conference 2024
In a powerful keynote speech at the Duchess International Women’s Day Conference in Nairobi, Eunice Ezeoke, President of the Women in Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria, made an urgent call for gender equality in the workplace. Ezeoke addressed a room filled with industry leaders and stakeholders, stressing that without inclusivity, there can be no true progress in any […]