By Aditi Maheshwari

Christine Mboma, the first-ever Namibian woman to win a women’s Olympic medal; got the victory in 21.84sec with her outstanding performance on a sporty night at the King Baudouin Stadium in front of 28,000 spectators.

In its drive to ensure the Digital Financial Inclusion (DFI) of women and youth across Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has targeted 25,000 individuals among the two groups for immediate engagement.

Yield Africa Foundation has trained 650 youths and women on different soft skills under a free skills acquisition programme. This was disclosed in a statement made available by the Executive Director, Yield Africa Foundation, Amb. Olatunde Martins.

The African Development Bank (AfDB)’s initiative, through the Africa digital financial inclusion facility (ADFI), and Y’ello digital financial services (YDFS), the fintech subsidiary of MTN Nigeria, have signed an agreement for a $500,000 grant initiative to enhance women’s access to financial services in Nigeria.

Following the momentous #EndSARS movement, which took place a year ago, the Alliance of Business and Professional Women (ABPW) has announced the launch of a transformational initiative aimed at supporting Nigerian youths to create a propitious country.

The project, tagged “Youth Connect Initiative,” which is in response to the need for Nigerian youths to be recognized as valuable contributors to economic and social development, particularly those classified as ‘disadvantaged,’ would equip youths from underprivileged communities with skills to provide gainful employment.

Leading women-focused NGO, 360 Woman Africa, has continued with its mandate to empower women and bridge the skill gap for women in business and careers. The team held a two-week training during which women, between the ages of 22-55 were trained to reach their highest potential in their various areas of interest and also enjoy access to grants of up to N500,000.