WOMEN

The WHO sets common criteria for developing safe, reversible, effective, and accessible male contraceptives for the first time.

In the Senegalese capital, local products like fonio and madd are gaining new visibility through street food, family recipes, and more creative dining options.

An investigation conducted in South Africa documents painful practices in the ostrich feather industry, reigniting the debate over a fashion ornament.

In Libreville, Doriane Leet Cooper Taty is preparing over 40 creations that blend haute couture with local resources, from mango skins to atanga nuts. The runway show on September 26 will also celebrate the tenth anniversary of Maison 3 Points.

The 'Eyes of Woman' collection translates the works of Fatima El Hajjaji into contemporary silhouettes, blending zellige, calligraphy, and Moroccan symbols. Following Italy and Romania, its journey is set to continue in Kazakhstan before returning to Rabat.

With seven specialized salons and a brand born in Casablanca, Sanaa Lahlou focuses on a simple idea: understanding texture before piling on products.

On September 21, a festival dedicated to bean cakes will feature culinary demonstrations, a market, music, and programs aimed at women entrepreneurs.

An online rumor claims that spraying perfume on the neck damages lymph nodes. Available data instead points to another well-known risk in dermatology: skin reactions to fragrances.

In London, Kanyinsola Onalaja transformed the loss of her studio and archives into her first official show focused on rebirth, craftsmanship, and sizes ranging from XXS to XXXXL.

Traveling from Abuja with her collections, the Nigerian designer discovered that exhibiting, selling, and processing payments from one African country to another remains more complicated than simply walking the runway.

Scheduled for December, the Pont des Styles fair aims to facilitate the exchange of artisanal skills, contemporary creativity, and economic opportunities between elders and young designers.

Crowned on Saturday evening in Yaoundé, the representative of the France diaspora arrives with an atypical profile, blending beauty pageants, a dual scientific curriculum, and initiatives to connect young Cameroonian girls with science and technology.

For its tenth edition, Food Temple dedicates its weekend to Morocco at the Carreau du Temple. Workshops, masterclasses, pop-up tables, and a small souk make up the program until this Sunday, September 20.

The Accra Food Festival takes place from September 19 to 21 at Place 100 Park. Over three days, food, drinks, relaxation areas, and entertainment come together in a major outdoor event in the heart of Accra.

From September 14 to 19, Lubumbashi's creative scene highlighted kuba raffia, natural fibers, and local craftsmanship in a forward-looking fashion.

Opened on September 16, the second Africa Bamboo Expo brings together artisans, entrepreneurs, researchers, and project leaders to focus on local transformation. Furniture and construction are among the highlighted applications.

In Lomé, the first cohort of "Femme Action CCI-Togo" brings together ten young women trained in heavy truck driving, handling equipment, and logistics professions, with a three-month immersion in a company.

At Sciences Po, a fashion show and roundtable bring together designers, researchers, and cultural actors this Saturday to discuss the gestures, materials, and legacies that shape contemporary African fashion. Imane Ayissi and Christine Checinska are featured in the program.

In Dahra Djoloff, the distribution of certificates was accompanied by funding vouchers aimed at converting acquired skills into income-generating activities.

At 15 years old, the Nigerian brand Zaron expands its beauty routine with a first hair care line, a new venture for a company founded around the needs of women of color.

In Lusaka, Sophie of Edinburgh paired a lemon green dress with a purple belt, complemented by beige espadrilles and minimal accessories. This is a clear way to embrace color clashing without overwhelming effects.

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.