Whether in Nollywood or Hollywood, it is rare to find women, especially Black/African women, in executive film roles such as producers and directors. Nollywood A-list Actress Stephanie Okereke bucks the trend with the debut of her first film called “Through the Glass,” in which she wrote, produced and directed. “Through the Glass” is about phobias …
Ladybrille Woman of the Month, Ausma Khan, Part II
We continue with part II of our indepth interview with our Ladybrille Woman of the Month, Ausma Khan, Editor-in-Chief of Muslim Girl Magazine. For Part I click here.–-Article by Niama Sandy. LADYBRILLE.com: What are some obstacles that you’ve seen, personally and professionally for Muslim women and Muslim girls? Khan: For me personally, I’ve been really …
Ladybrille Woman of the Month, Ausma Khan
Imagine that the world has been your perpetual oyster. Completion of a doctoral degree in International Human Rights Law is just on the horizon. A friend connects you with a contact interested in publishing magazine geared toward teenage women and you jump at the opportunity leaving behind most of what you know. Does it sound …
Ladybrille-Safi Fragrance Giveaway!
Top of the day to you! Since you are such a loyal reader, we thought to show our appreciation by giving you a chance to win one of Nyakio Kamoche’s Safi Parfum oils! Safi carries base notes that represent Africa including bamboo, papyrus, and muhuhu wood. At the heart you find fresh cut freesia, stargazer …
Ladybrille Woman of the Month, Funke Adenodi Akinbuli
If you didn’t already know, most of Africa’s disabled [including the blind, paraplegic etc.] citizens live in deplorable conditions. Most are unemployed and can be found on Africa’s major streets and highways placing themselves in harm’s way as they beg for money to meet their basic needs. Rarely will you find a paraplegic in Africa, …