Abuja, Nigeria – AfriLabs, the largest pan-African network of innovation and technology hubs, has announced an exciting strategic partnership with Bird, Africa No Filter’s storytelling agency. This collaboration seeks to spotlight inspiring stories from AfriLabs’ network of hubs across Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, Ethiopia, Côte d’Ivoire, and Rwanda, focusing on initiatives dedicated to advancing women’s health and empowerment.
The partnership will involve co-creating and disseminating narratives that showcase the transformative impact of innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology on the lives of women in these six nations. By sharing these powerful stories, AfriLabs and Bird aim to challenge stereotypes, celebrate local solutions, and amplify the voices of women change-makers within Africa’s innovation ecosystem.
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“We believe storytelling is a powerful tool for change,” said Millie Abila, Communications Lead at AfriLabs. “By partnering with Bird Story Agency, we aim to document and share the journeys of women and organizations in our hubs who are making significant strides in improving health outcomes and empowering communities.”
Mudzithe Phiri, COO & Head of Partnerships at Bird, added, “We are thrilled to partner with AfriLabs, an organization at the heart of Africa’s creative and startup ecosystem. This collaboration opens the door to untold stories that highlight the power of investing in and empowering women—stories that deserve the spotlight for a young, dynamic, and influential African audience.”
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Bird is renowned for its authentic and compelling storytelling, and in this partnership, they will work closely with AfriLabs to ensure that the stories of these hubs and their impact are captured and shared globally. The focus will be on how local solutions, ranging from health-tech innovations to grassroots empowerment programs, are tackling global challenges and transforming women’s lives.
AfriLabs’ network, with over 500 innovation hubs across Africa, is strategically positioned to drive sustainable development and economic growth on the continent. This collaboration with Bird provides a valuable opportunity to showcase how the continent’s innovators and entrepreneurs are at the forefront of advancing women’s health and empowerment.
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About AfriLabs
AfriLabs is a network organization supporting innovation hubs across Africa. With over 500 hubs in 53 African countries, AfriLabs fosters collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship to drive sustainable development and economic growth across the continent.
About Bird
Bird, Africa No Filter’s storytelling agency, is dedicated to reshaping narratives about Africa by highlighting authentic and underreported stories. The agency collaborates with writers, photographers, and content creators across the continent to share impactful stories that inspire and inform. For more information, visit www.bird.africanofilter.org.
For more information about AfriLabs, visit www.afrilabs.com.
