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Michael Peres
Founder of Her Forward
Michael Peres (Mikey Peres) is a software engineer, journalist, tech investor and founder of Her Forward News.
Peres has developed an interest in exploring the unique mindsets of life’s outliers: extraordinary people who have weaponized their perceived limitations and found a way to succeed. His passion is to share their stories, giving strength and inspiration to those who are trying to find their way in life.
Latest Articles
Entrepreneurs
Her Startup Cohort 2.0 is a 12-week accelerator for African women founders with operating technology-enabled businesses. Eligible founders can receive training and a stipend, then qualify to pitch for up to US$5,000 in convertible revenue-based financing.
· Oct 14, 2026
Entrepreneurs
Ellen Mannaert has established The Wealth Room for women founders. Its first Dubai gathering addressed equity, ownership and financial structures, with future gatherings being developed in London and Miami.
· Oct 4, 2026
Press Release
Advans Ghana has launched Mmaa Mpuntuo for women entrepreneurs. Development Bank Ghana is committing GH¢20 million to a pilot combining business financing and support.
· Oct 4, 2026
Leadership
The Executive Woman Summit’s second edition will examine barriers to women’s executive careers in Lagos. Speakers at a media parley called for clearer pathways, business knowledge and stronger influence.
· Oct 4, 2026
Business Strategy
More than 40,000 women in Katsina State are set to receive business capital under a federal programme. Officials say the fund combines financing, training and savings through women’s affinity groups.
· Oct 4, 2026
Features
The Democratic Women’s Caucus released a women’s economic legislative slate covering childcare, pay and business access. Members described proposed bills, rather than enacted benefits.
· Oct 4, 2026
Business Strategy
A Kenyan study found higher employment and earnings among young women who completed targeted technical training. Researchers also identified certification costs, discrimination and harassment as barriers to work.
· Oct 4, 2026
Business Strategy
A National Partnership for Women & Families commentary cites weak September job growth and higher Black women’s unemployment. Its author argues for paid leave, fair pay and workplace protections.
· Oct 4, 2026
Features
CONAF plans a Romanian national barometer tracking financing needed, requested, approved and received by women-led businesses. The organisation intends to use the findings in discussions with banks and European financial institutions.
· Oct 4, 2026
Features
Four companies received the UAE Gender Balance Council’s 2026 SDG5 Pledge Awards. Their recognition covered workplace policies, women’s leadership, student mentoring and family support.
· Oct 4, 2026
Business Strategy
A Zety survey found women were less willing than men to return to employers that laid them off. Women also more often reported unfair treatment and receiving no severance.
· Oct 4, 2026
Law and Legal Services
A synod commission proposes wider participation for laywomen and laymen in Church councils and governance. Its nonbinding report now goes to Pope Leo XIV for examination.
· Oct 4, 2026