Culture Custodian Launches International Women’s Month Campaign Celebrating Women in Media

Women have always been at the forefront of African storytelling, shaping narratives, challenging power, and making sure our culture is seen and heard. Yet, their contributions are often overlooked.

This International Women’s Month, Culture Custodian is proud to launch a three-part campaign celebrating women redefining African media today and investing in the next generation of industry leaders.

A Celebration in Three Parts

1. Editorial Shoot & Video Profiles

Over the next few weeks, a curated selection of women shaping African media will be featured in a visual editorial and video profiles, spotlighting their journeys, challenges, and impact.

Stay tuned to Culture Custodian’s website and social channels for all the honorees!

2. 90-Day Mentorship Program. Applications Open

Aspiring media professionals will have the chance to learn directly from these trailblazers through a hands-on mentorship program. From career guidance to industry insights, mentees will gain the tools and networks needed to thrive.

If you’re a young woman looking to break into media, apply now. Apply here.

3. Networking Brunch.

The campaign wraps with a brunch gathering of honorees, mentees, and leading voices in African media, a space for meaningful conversations, new ideas, and collaboration.

Why Now?

Women drive some of the most powerful stories in African media, yet they remain underrepresented in leadership and ownership.

This campaign celebrates today’s changemakers and is committed to nurturing the next generation, ensuring that knowledge, networks, and hard-won lessons are passed down.

A Word from Culture Custodian

 “We want to platform women who have played and are playing significant roles in defining today’s media ecosystem. Some of these women help us hold powerful people accountable. Some of them have invested in making us feel seen and heard. Most importantly, they’re playing their roles in ensuring that we meet this moment. This campaign is a big thank you to them, for that and more. And to ensure that we invest in the future, we’re also running a mentorship program through which we would pair women who could help devise solutions to the aforementioned issues with those who have come before them.” 

— Mayowa Idowu, Editor-in-Chief, Culture Custodian

Join Us

Through this campaign, Culture Custodian continues its mission to amplify critical voices, foster community, and drive a more inclusive future for African media.