Sometimes, when women talk about periods and the pain associated with them, the conversation is always around the fact that some women experience pain during PMS. I used to complain so much about it because why should I be in pain when it was not yet that time of the month?. As of late, I...
Breast cancer is a silent, often misunderstood threat that lurks close to many women, particularly in rural communities where awareness and access to healthcare are limited. This lack of discussion and understanding of breast cancer in such areas has profound consequences. Not only does it lead to delayed diagnosis and treatment, but it also perpetuates...
The 11th of October is International Day of the Girl Child, a day dedicated to celebrating the achievements and potential of girls worldwide. While this day is an opportunity to recognise the progress made in empowering girls, it must also remind us of the challenges they continue to face on a daily basis. The celebration...
September is Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) awareness month. This is one of the experiences women go through, often without awareness or a proper diagnosis. When I got my periods in primary school, I was a bit shocked because, even though I had little knowledge of it, I was not mentally prepared at all. To make...
In the words of my favourite female literary writer Buchi Emecheta, I too like to tell people who ask me about my stance on feminism that I am a feminist with a small f. Reading ‘In the Ditch’ (1979) is a great start to understand her work. The debate on whether I am a feminist...
A few days ago, I had a heated argument with a taxi driver. It wasn’t physical, but it was intense, and we reached no conclusion. I want to discuss it here, and air my views on why I believe I was right. We had just dropped off a lady living in the corporate world. Whatever...
Women are tirelessly fighting against numerous narratives imposed by society, despite the prevalent argument that these issues are over-discussed.
For a long time, we have been discussing menstruation, with the narrative largely focusing on advocating for the less-privileged, especially women and girls from rural backgrounds.
The line between respect and imposing traditional expectations can be unclear.
Single mothers should be celebrated, even on Father’s Day, because they truly embody the essence of superheroes in the modern world.