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 ‘Arch’ of Joy — Lionesses of Africa

Without doubt he was a leader in every sense of the word, fearless in standing up for what he felt was right and on occasions even stepping in to save others by putting his own life at risk. This standing up for what he felt was right moved from fighting Apartheid once that battle was […]

Siba Mtongana, a culinary entrepreneur tour de force — Lionesses of Africa

As a sassy entrepreneur and formidable businesswoman, Siba Mtongana is no stranger to firsts or stand-out achievements. Her most recent major accomplishments include the following: The launch of Siba the Restaurant at Cape Town’s most sought after address, the Table Bay Hotel at the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. This fine dining destination comprises a sumptuous […]

Betelhem Abebe, an Ethiopian entrepreneur building a high street fashion brand  — Lionesses of Africa

Tell us a little about your team Our team consists of a creative director/ founder, two tailors, one person specializing in leathercrafts, one brand/ social media manager, and one sales person. Our team is always working on learning new skills and techniques to better the functionality and durability of our products. Share a little about your […]

New Year, new me?

by Anja van Beek The start of a New Year exemplifies a new beginning. It is the first week of 2022 and most people are eager to set New Year’s Resolutions. Research indicates that people are more likely to pursue their goals during times that feel like new beginnings (such as a New Year, Mondays, and birthdays) in […]

What’s New?  — Lionesses of Africa

by Brigette Mashile  It’s a new year (grin emoji), and I honestly cannot tell if I feel it or not. I just feel like last week was December and today it is January. What I know for sure is that I am exhausted and need a new way.  Those are the two things I am […]

Invest For a Purpose  — Lionesses of Africa

by Ronel Jooste  Investing certainly has multiple benefits: create wealth for yourself and your family, create financial security, prepare for unforeseen circumstances, and create passive income streams. Making investments even more attractive, is when not only you benefit but you can invest for a bigger purpose; when your investment can contribute to making South Africa […]

Distribution of Relief Food to Stranded University Students at Makerere University Business School – Forum for African Women Educationalists: FAWE

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has caused devastating effects to millions of children and youth across the world. At the height of the pandemic, nearly 90% of students were affected by the closure of Schools and Tertiary Institutions (UNESCO, April 2020). In an effort to control the spread of the second wave of COVID-19 […]