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In Jinja, a festival launched on September 18 focuses on farms, tastings, and a cruise on the Nile to transform two agricultural cultures into a travel experience and opportunities for businesses.

The Good Life Show opens this Friday at the Sandton Convention Centre with over 250 exhibitors and more than 90 events focused on food, wellness, beauty, and sustainable solutions.

As September 18 approaches, available data reveals a dual gap in Benin, between unpaid domestic burdens and the lower presence of women in salaried employment.

More compact ends, less visible breakage, and treatments chosen according to texture are gradually replacing the pursuit of centimeters. The new hair luxury is primarily reflected in hair that retains body all the way to the tips.

More than twenty products listed as mercury-containing skin-lightening creams were still available online in early September. The risk also lies in a misleading detail: the substance may be absent from the label.

A first lawsuit initiated by a U.S. state raises questions about relaxers, as studies have observed links to certain cancers.

Voice, video, voice notes, and referrals to nearby facilities are part of DOTOH's system, aimed particularly at adolescents and pregnant women. UNICEF is supporting its development through Femtech Ventures.

The start of the school year brings smartphones back into family discussions. Benin has regulated their use for several years, and UNESCO data documents their impact on concentration and learning.

Created by Ugandan designer Mushirah Rabaab Abdallah, "Layers of Life" transforms a cesarean illustration into volumes, colors, and tulle on the Miss World 2026 stage.

Nardos, Sandy Liang, and Camps showcased nearly bare lashes in their spring-summer 2027 shows, shifting the focus to the complexion, liner, or lips instead of heavily emphasizing the eyes.

A competition held in Cotonou brings menstrual health to the forefront of public debate. The WHO emphasizes that it also relies on access to water, reliable information, and care when certain symptoms become concerning.

A workshop held in Grand-Popo aims to promote understanding of the legal framework for abortion. Benin's law permits the procedure in specific situations and strictly regulates its practice.

On TikTok, #Egypt content highlights coordinated outfits, loose dresses, and flat shoes. This wardrobe aligns with official recommendations for visits to religious and archaeological sites.

The WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo 250 ml has been recalled following the detection of Pluralibacter gergoviae. A COMESA alert issued on September 14 extends vigilance to cross-border purchases.

In Dakar, Koko Dunda is emerging as one of the season's standout fabrics. This hand-dyed cotton, originating from Bobo-Dioulasso, combines bold colors, lightness, and artisanal craftsmanship.

The "They Empower Themselves" program targets women aged 16 to 35 and focuses on practical learning, from crafting accessories to batik, bogolan, and beauty trades.

From September 16 to 18, the Durban Fashion Fair celebrates its 15th anniversary with 84 designers, 20 young talents supported by its mentorship program, and 25 newly trained models for the runway.

Launched in South Africa for Heritage Month, the collaboration features three capsules of women's ready-to-wear and a fragrance inspired by the country's visual heritage.

In South Africa, September is dedicated to raising awareness about albinism. This serves as a reminder of which skin changes should be promptly shown to a healthcare professional and how to better protect the skin from UV rays.

The Emmy Awards red carpet confirms two beauty trends already visible this season: softer low updos and blurred pink lips.

At 28, Mercy Kanini welcomed four girls and one boy at Thika Level Five Hospital. Prenatal examinations had indicated four babies.

Commonly used in routines for curly, coily, and frizzy hair, oils can soften the fiber and reduce breakage. However, the available data is much less robust when it comes to accelerating hair growth.

From September 16 to 19, the Moi County Referral Hospital in Voi will offer specialized and free care for obstetric fistulas and certain perineal injuries related to childbirth.

This week in London, Mowalola Ogunlesi, Kanyinsola Onalaja, and Tolu Coker, three designers connected to Nigeria, showcase their distinct styles.

A warning published in Kenya highlights the signs of perinatal depression. Persistent sadness, anxiety, fatigue, or sleep disturbances should not be trivialized when they last or intensify.

At the Venice Film Festival, Penélope Cruz showcased milky nails with a translucent, warm pink. The milky finish is making a comeback in September, moving away from opaque white.

Crimped hair is not returning in an XXL version. In New York, Lacy Redway applies it subtly to smooth, shiny lengths, offering a more understated way to embrace this very 2000s texture.

From Ghana to Senegal, five brands from Africa and its diaspora are showcased at Harrods until October 27 in the first retail pop-up of Brand63Africa.

Silicone-free formulas are on the rise in beauty searches, but this designation does not indicate UV protection levels. For darker skin as well, SPF, broad spectrum, and reapplication remain essential guidelines.

Panels, an exhibition of emerging brands, professional exchanges, and an awards ceremony will highlight this sixth edition themed "Beyond Boundaries," with Seyi Shay announced as the keynote speaker.