Charlotte Makgomo Mannya was born in Ramokgopa in the Polokwane (Pietersburg) District on April 7 1874. She received a missionary education at Edwards Memorial School in the Eastern Cape in the early 1880s. In 1885, after the discovery of diamonds, Maxeke moved to Kimberley with her family. While in Kimberley, she became a teacher. She … Continue reading
Florence Onyebuchi “Buchi” Emecheta was born in the Nigerian city of Lagos on 21 July in 1944. Her family was very poor and her mother did not have a formal education. The family only had enough money to send her brother to school. Her father passed away when she was eight years old but Emecheta was discovered by … Continue reading
It has been some time my lovelies! Well I’m back, and better. After allowing 2016 to be life’s L of the century, I’ve been working on pulling inspiration to make 2017 a huge win. The best way to do that is draw inspiration from strong and inspirational people. So, in typical Tiara fashion, I’ve … Continue reading
The 23rd annual SAG awards took place this past Saturday. Our favorite winners of the night were the female-led cast of Hidden Figures which was awarded the SAG for Outstanding Performance by a a cast in a motion Picture. We also can’t not mention the brilliance that is Denzel Washington who not only directed … Continue reading
Huffington Post has taken the time to explain the term white feminism. Take a look below. Continue reading
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We had the opportunity to chat with the incomparable Ericka Hart. Ericka Hart is a woman on a mission! She’s a sex educator, writer, and a performer. She has graced the pages of the Washington Post, Refinery 29 and AFROPUNK. Ericka is also a breast cancer survivor who has changed the way we see cancer … Continue reading
Who is Spectechular-IT? Spectechular-IT comprising of 3 partners with Rudzani Ndou representing the company. We are a mobile Information Technology Company that specializes in Apple Support that includes software updates , mail issues and Training for Mac users . We also Support Windows devices. What made you take the first step to become entrepreneurs? Having served … Continue reading
In a world where people of color are often forgotten disrespected and misrepresented, here’s what Alicia Garza shares on what you can do to keep up the fight. Video Source Fusion Youtube Continue reading
We love featuring Black Female Business Owners so meet Mary Blessing Ramodisa. Lingerie and Plus sizes are her callings. Here’s what she had to say about Hugs&Intimates. What do you do? I am the Managing Owner at Hugs&Intimates. We offer a variety of undergarments to curvy women and women who struggle to get sizes, e.g., … Continue reading
This is a letter penned by the feminist author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie who was asked how to raise a feminist. Dear Ijeawele, What joy. And what lovely names: Chizalum Adaora. She is so beautiful. Only a day old and she already looks curious about the world. Your note made me cry. You know how I get foolishly emotional … Continue reading
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