In this issue

It’s FORBES WOMAN AFRICA’S third birthday in October, and in this anniversary issue, we bring you content from Lagos to Windhoek, of unsung heroines and feisty trailblazers who are conquering Africa’s boardrooms. On the cover, we have Lupita Nyong’o, the Mexican-Kenyan Oscar-winning actress who’s a favorite in Hollywood and at home. Just like us, she achieved global acclaim three years ago. We explore the life and African birthtown of world-famous author JRR Tolkien, who has left a legacy but is forgotten in Bloemfontein, which was once his home. We also look at how military dogs are being used to save the rhinos in Zimbabwe. As part of our series on refugees, we uncover the paths and pathos of the child migrant – home and hope elude them. In the world of business, we look at the price women pay to keep their jobs in corporate South Africa. Plus, all the regular features on how you can make millions as an entrepreneur - all you need is a big idea and a bigger resolve.

From The White House To The World

How much has changed since women first got their right to vote almost a century ago? Whether Hillary Clinton wins or not, it signals the slow but sure ascent of women in public office the world over.

6 mins

Lupita Nyong'o: What I've Learned

The Oscar-winning Kenyan actress talks about sudden fame, why she has a lot to thank television for, self-righteousness and why her childhood prepared her for this life in more ways than she could have imagined.

3 mins

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Forbes Woman Africa Magazine Description:

Forbes Woman Africa is a pan-African publication that navigates the world of business for women, with features on the latest trends in the corporate sector and how its architecture speaks to women. In line with this, we feature the wealthy, powerful, influential and those women in business whose impact is felt long after they have come and gone.