A Call to Change Our Lifestyle
Midlife is not a ending — it is an invitation to live differently. Drawing on the wisdom of Mbuya Puma and her own journey, Vonayi calls on Black African women to reassess, reset, and rise into this season with intentional choices for their health, their wellbeing, and their future.
The Culture of Silence
In many African communities, menopause is a subject shrouded in silence — passed over in whispers, if spoken of at all. This piece explores how cultural attitudes have left generations of Black African women navigating one of life’s most significant transitions without guidance, community, or honest conversation.
Lessons From Mbuya Puma — The Baobab of Life
Mbuya Puma lived her life with quiet wisdom — rooted like a baobab, weathering every season with grace. Through her grandmother’s story, Vonayi uncovers timeless lessons about womanhood, ageing, and the strength that comes from knowing who you are and where you come from.
Taking The Veil Off Menopause
For Black African women, menopause is rarely spoken about openly — yet its impact runs deep. Vonayi Nyamazana shares her personal journey of navigating midlife in silence, and how understanding her own body became an act of reclaiming her voice, her dignity, and her story.