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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

WIMBIZ condemns sexual assault at Delta festival, pushes for gender bill

Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) has condemned the sexual assaults during a festival in Delta State, calling for urgent reforms to protect women's rights.

Mar 22 • 14:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

She outperformed many men, but had to hide that she is a woman

This article discusses the challenges faced by a talented individual in a male-dominated field who had to conceal her gender to gain recognition.

Mar 21 • 17:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

They called her the new Rettigová. In many ways, she surpassed her more famous predecessor and the era in which she taught women to cook

The article discusses the neglected legacy of Anuše Kejřová, a significant figure in Czech culinary history overshadowed by her contemporaries.

Mar 20 • 05:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

For years, mother and daughter have sewn for the giants of luxury. Now they do it for their own brand

A mother and daughter team previously working for luxury brands have launched their own clothing line, Mantù.

Mar 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Mar del Plata: a police officer insulted and assaulted a woman who tried to file a complaint

A police officer in Mar del Plata was removed from duty after assaulting a woman who attempted to file a report about her business being misused online.

Mar 19 • 21:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Graciela Alfano: why she feels 'sexually free', her strong anger towards another diva, and what she wants to teach her granddaughters

Graciela Alfano, an Argentine actress, discusses her sense of sexual freedom, ongoing rivalry with another prominent figure in Argentine show business, and her aspirations to impart wisdom to her granddaughters.

Mar 19 • 20:51 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Leading with Vision to Achieve Results

The article discusses the importance of women's leadership in business beyond mere statistics or aspirations, emphasizing technical capacity and decision-making.

Mar 19 • 07:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Home, children and income: women turn to their own business to 'manage everything'

Women in Brazil are increasingly turning to nano-entrepreneurship as a way to cope with economic and social challenges, according to a new study.

Mar 18 • 12:28 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'Fear is my great friend': Bisila Bokoko shares her journey to achieving an executive position in America and Spain

Bisila Bokoko discusses the importance of overcoming fear and fostering unity among women leaders at an international event in Ecuador.

Mar 17 • 16:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Advans La Fayette MfB Reinforces Commitment to Women-Led Businesses at IWD 2026

Advans La Fayette MfB hosted a Business Clinic in Ibadan to support and empower women entrepreneurs during International Women’s Day 2026.

Mar 16 • 12:06 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

A larger participation of women in STEM is a song of the future. This is what the numbers look like today

A recent report highlights the slow progress of women's participation in STEM fields across the EU, underscoring the need for increased support and innovation.

Mar 16 • 10:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fair in Porto Trombetas brings together entrepreneurs and launches digital business showcase

An entrepreneurial fair in Porto Trombetas showcases women-led businesses and introduces a digital platform for promoting their products.

Mar 14 • 13:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Polish Woman in Belgium: Better Ideas Arise in a Multicultural Environment

The article discusses the experiences of a Polish woman in Belgium, highlighting how multiculturalism fosters creativity and understanding in the workplace.

Mar 14 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Brazil takes business commitment with women to the UN

Brazil is presenting a commitment to promote gender equality and the rights of women on an international stage at the UN, addressing the ongoing challenges faced in this area.

Mar 13 • 11:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Domestic startup boards have a female ratio of only 6.9%... "still male-dominated"

A report reveals that the representation of women on boards of domestic startups in South Korea is only 6.9%, indicating a persistent male dominance in leadership roles.

Mar 12 • 05:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gloria Kalil, Alice Salazar, and Janete Vaz highlight the strength of women entrepreneurs at Sebrae Delas 2026 in Manaus

The Sebrae Delas event in Manaus showcases the empowerment of women entrepreneurs and features notable speakers discussing strategies and success stories.

Mar 11 • 20:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Limeira Shopping hosts the “Women in Business” exhibition

The Pátio Limeira Shopping is hosting a free exhibition titled 'Women in Business' that celebrates the inspiring stories of local female entrepreneurs until March 22.

Mar 9 • 18:55 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

I like to pay off the debt as soon as possible, one goes to bed with that concern, I can lose my job: women receive more microcredits in Ecuador

In Ecuador, women have been increasingly accessing microcredits, with a total of $1.63 billion disbursed in 2025, primarily for business purposes.

Mar 9 • 11:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Goiana turns side job into cleaning company in the USA and earns over R$ 14 million a year

Núbia Gonçalves, a Brazilian entrepreneur, successfully founded a cleaning company in New York, generating significant revenue while inspiring other women to pursue their dreams.

Mar 9 • 08:04 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Malawi SMEs Women Challenged to Support and Empower Each Other

Women in Malawi's SMEs are encouraged to support and empower each other for business growth and national development.

Mar 9 • 05:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

From Carnation to 'Soft Power' – A New Definition of Women's Capital

The article discusses how the significance of Women’s Day in Poland has evolved from a symbol of patriarchal oppression to a celebration of women's capabilities and contributions to society.

Mar 8 • 11:33 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Equal Access to Business: A Requirement for Economic Development

The article discusses the importance of equal access to entrepreneurship for economic growth in Greece, highlighting the contributions of women in leadership roles.

Mar 8 • 05:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Female Entrepreneurship: Slow Progress and Challenges in Substantive Equality

Female entrepreneurship in Greece is evolving slowly, facing both advancements and structural challenges in the workforce according to the Grant Thornton 'Women in Business 2025' report.

Mar 8 • 05:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

See how nine influential women around the world approach female leadership

The New York Times asked nine influential women worldwide about their work and leadership styles, presenting their edited and condensed responses.

Mar 8 • 02:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The labor reform in the face of gender violence: business obligations and challenges for workplaces

Mexico's recent labor reform strengthens companies' responsibilities to prevent and address violence against women in the workplace, marking a significant shift in organizational accountability.

Mar 7 • 18:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Women and Labor Development: Advances Towards Equity in the Business Field

Almacenes Tía demonstrates measurable progress in promoting women's talent and advancing gender equity in the workplace, with women achieving over half of internal promotions in the past year.

Mar 6 • 21:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Female Leadership: Women Advance at the Helm of Companies Associated with Acipi

A significant increase in female leadership is observed among companies associated with Acipi in Piracicaba, Brazil, with women making up 55% of registered business leaders.

Mar 6 • 19:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Glass Ceiling Still Limits Women's Careers in Large Companies

A recent analysis reveals that while women's representation in management roles in Poland is notable, particularly in accounting and e-commerce, progress has stagnated in recent years following earlier improvements.

Mar 6 • 03:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuania's Gender Equality Index is Rising, but There is Room for Improvement: Scandinavia has Long Freed Itself from Stereotypes

Lithuania has made significant progress in its Gender Equality Index, climbing to 14th place among EU countries, but still faces challenges in women's representation in business and politics.

Mar 5 • 07:35 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Virginia Saman: from fear to action on digital platforms

Virginia Saman, a digital marketing consultant and founder of Virgix Help, speaks on her journey and the evolving role of technology in business during a forum organized by El Universo.

Mar 4 • 20:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Economy: Four women, three generations and a hotel

A family project has transformed an office complex in Ismaning into a hotel operated by four women from the same family, catering to tourists and business travelers.

Mar 4 • 12:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Daughters inherit million-dollar debts in SC after becoming partners of companies in childhood: 'I was 5 years old when it went bankrupt,' says a young woman

Two Brazilian women recount how they became financially burdened due to business debts incurred when they were made partners as minors.

Mar 4 • 07:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

New Outside Directors of the Top 30 Groups Surpass Bureaucrats

A significant shift in the selection of outside directors has been observed in South Korea's top 30 corporate groups, with a higher proportion of candidates from business backgrounds compared to those from bureaucratic backgrounds.

Mar 3 • 02:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why are there still so few women CEOs

The article discusses the ongoing scarcity of female CEOs in the UK, highlighting recent resignations of prominent women leaders and the minimal progress in increasing their numbers in top corporate roles.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The extraordinary success of the Female Startup Club. Here’s how the podcaster built her empire

The article discusses the achievements of the Female Startup Club podcast, which empowers women in business and entrepreneurship.

Feb 24 • 11:21 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

“What now?” – why women-led businesses rarely enter the global market

Women-led businesses often remain smaller in scale and less impactful in economic contributions compared to their male counterparts, with a focus on local markets, as highlighted by data from Latvia and studies by OECD and the World Bank.

Feb 23 • 13:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

'Sell Momos, You Are in the Business...': Northeast Girls Harassed in Delhi, Neighbor Crossed Limits

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh faced racial abuse from their neighbor in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, after an argument about home repairs escalated.

Feb 22 • 16:09 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Finding a home in Delhi is harder than starting a startup! People advised a woman

A woman in Delhi shares her struggles finding rental housing, stating it is more difficult than starting her own business, and seeks advice on social media.

Feb 22 • 02:12 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Cristina, the first Italian woman Master of Wine

Cristina Mercuri has become the first Italian woman to earn the title of Master of Wine, a prestigious and selective qualification in the wine industry.

Feb 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Award-winning Entrepreneur Known from Bypias Targeted by Severe Accusations – This Is How She Responds

Pia Erlund, founder of the Bypias brand and a nominee for the annual Eeva award, faces serious allegations that have surfaced, concerning a hidden side of her successful business.

Feb 19 • 17:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Business Succession: When the Daughter Takes Over the CEO Position

Two daughters take over family businesses amid a male-dominated industry as their parents retire.

Feb 19 • 09:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

New organization for women's entrepreneurship within February

A new organization aimed at promoting women's entrepreneurship, called the Organization for Women's Entrepreneurship and Leadership (OGE), is set to be established in Greece this February.

Feb 17 • 14:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

SMEs and financial assistance: a bridge with a woman's face

The article discusses a new financial initiative aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Argentina, led by women experienced in finance and education.

Feb 14 • 14:17 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

"For our homes, this is help": women from Monte Sinaí make 800 desserts for Valentine's Day as an income alternative

In preparation for Valentine's Day, over a hundred women from popular sectors in Guayaquil have made more than 800 sweets to be sold at various locations in the city.

Feb 12 • 18:06 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Why do women often doubt their leadership – even when results speak for themselves?

The article explores the reasons behind women's self-doubt in leadership roles despite their high success rates in business, emphasizing the need for greater visibility and cultural change.

Feb 11 • 08:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From 200 trays of eggs to a successful business: the career turnaround

The Wiitch Plant group, formed by visionary female entrepreneurs in North São Paulo, is transforming entrepreneurship through eco-friendly and charitable projects that create a positive impact on the community and environment.

Feb 6 • 20:28 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Demand for Ice in Fish Market, Set Up Ice Plant, Earning ₹1 Lakh per Month

Poonam Goswami from Gwalior has successfully established the largest ice plant in the region, earning a net income of ₹1 lakh monthly by recognizing market needs and leveraging government support.

Feb 6 • 05:21 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Winners of the "Baiba Award" will receive specially designed gold and silver brooches

The "Baiba Award" invites Latvian citizens to nominate outstanding women in business until February 9, honoring those who have made a significant impact in their fields.

Feb 4 • 13:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

The Self-Contradiction of the Ministry of Culture and the Korean Film Council Approaching Support for Sexual Violence Victims as a 'Business'

The Korean Film Council ended its contract with the Korea Film Gender Equality Center, replacing it with a profit-oriented firm, leading to concerns over the stability and continuous support for sexual violence victims in the film industry.

Feb 4 • 07:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Raid on Spa, Prostitution Business Running Under the Guise of Massage, 6 Women Rescued

In a significant operation by the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU), six women were rescued from spa centers in Pune that were involved in sex trafficking under the pretext of massage services.

Feb 3 • 14:14 UTC

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