Examine the challenges and opportunities in reducing economic disparities and promoting equality for a more equitable Africa.

Uplift & Unify

Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

The Silent Epidemic of Gender-Based Violence

Millions of women suffer in silence as gender-based violence disrupts lives, economies, and security—why is the world still failing them?
Avatar photo Jessica Ireju
6 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Shea Butter: A Heritage of Craft, Commerce, and Survival

For centuries, African women have crafted shea butter by hand—now, as global demand soars, who truly benefits from this billion-dollar industry?
Avatar photo Thelma Ideozu
7 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

How Morocco’s Family Code Reform Reshaped Women’s Rights

The 2004 reform empowered Moroccan women with new legal rights, yet persistent cultural barriers and uneven enforcement still hinder progress.
Avatar photo Naomi Ayibaemi Frank-Opigo
5 min read

How Betty Wandia Githinji is Shaping Eco-Conscious Living Through Design in Kenya

Betty’s designs fuse African craftsmanship with practical, mindful living—creating functional pieces that preserve culture and empower local communities.
The Publishers
9 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

The Hidden Costs of Ignoring Women in Climate Policy

Excluding women from climate decision-making costs more than progress—leaving communities vulnerable, resources mismanaged, and solutions overlooked.
Avatar photo Ezinne Okoroafor
5 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

How Big Data Could Solve and Expose Gender Inequality in Africa

Big data holds the potential to uncover hidden disparities in education, health, and finance—empowering women while challenging systemic biases.
Avatar photo Jessica Ireju
5 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

The Problem with Treating Technology as a Silver Bullet for Education

While EdTech promises transformation, relying solely on technology overlooks crucial infrastructure gaps that hinder meaningful educational progress.
Avatar photo Thelma Ideozu
7 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Who Really Controls Africa’s Solar Switch?

Foreign investments dominate Africa’s solar projects, but are local communities gaining control, or is history repeating itself?
Portrait of Victoria Agbakwuru Victoria Agbakwuru
6 min read
Community members bonding through a group fitness dance class. Illustration by Tomi Abe.

How Your Gym Fitness Classes Could Heal Community Mental Health

When you step into a fitness class, you’re not just moving your body—you’re building bonds and lifting collective spirits.
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
6 min read
A healthcare worker engaging in a consultation with a mother in a rural clinic. Illustration by Tomi Abe

What If Every Country Invested in Mothers Like Botswana Did?

Countries worldwide could transform their future by prioritizing maternal health, just as Botswana did, creating lasting economic and social progress.
Avatar photo Naomi Ayibaemi Frank-Opigo
6 min read
Thandi finds safe support and community resilience, showcased by the warmth of the community center. Illustration by Tomi Abe.

When Help Has No Price

When help came without a price, Thandi’s world changed—from enduring hidden harm to finding real support and safety for others.
Avatar photo Layo Tokun
2 min read
A rising graph over an African cityscape

The Surprising Ways Africa Is Funding Its Future

As Africa faces immense challenges, it's tapping into unexpected sources of funding and innovation to secure its future growth.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
13 min read
Handshake symbolizing collaboration on renewable energy for a sustainable future. Photo by Tomi Abe.

The Stakes of COP28 and the Road to COP29

As COP29 approaches, Africa faces urgent challenges in climate finance, energy transition, and adaptation, demanding immediate attention and decisive action.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
5 min read
An Ethiopian woman pouring coffee from a jug into multiple cups on a tray

Is Ethiopia’s Coffee Heritage Dying?

Will Ethiopia’s rich coffee culture and biodiversity withstand climate shifts, stricter regulations, and economic pressures, or are these threats too great?
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
11 min read

The Silent Echoes

How can shared stories and open conversations help heal unseen wounds and bring hope to those suffering in silence?
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
4 min read