Diaspora Dilemmas Struggles of African Women
Life in the diaspora often presents African women with a unique set of challenges. As they navigate a new cultural…
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Cheating Is Not Always About Lack of Love
In many African communities, marriage is seen as sacred – a bond that should remain unbroken. Yet, conversations around infidelity…
Things They Don’t Tell You in Pre-Wedding Counseling
Pre-wedding counseling is essential. It prepares couples for marriage by covering communication, finances, and conflict resolution. But let’s be real…
Polygamy vs. Monogamy: Impact on African Women
Marriage practices in Africa are deeply influenced by cultural, religious, and societal norms. Polygamy, where a man marries multiple wives,…
Balancing Finances and Family: African Women’s Challenge
In many African societies, family ties extend far beyond the nuclear unit, encompassing extended family members such as grandparents, siblings,…
Should Parents Ask Children What They Want to Eat?
As African mothers, many of us grew up in homes where meals were not up for negotiation. Whatever was served…
Late Motherhood: Why More Women Are Having Children in Their 40s
Motherhood in the 40s is no longer an exception—it’s a growing trend. Across the globe, including in Africa, women are…
Why Bride Price Should Be Stopped in African Culture
The tradition of bride price, also known as “lobola” or “dowry” in some African cultures, has long been regarded as…
Why Bride Price is Important in African Culture
Bride price, also known as “lobola” or “dowry” in some African cultures, is a longstanding tradition with deep roots across…
Understanding Dementia: What African Women Need to Know
Dementia is not just about memory loss; it’s a progressive neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide, with women…