<!-- ========== The Africa Office — Final Homepage with Updated Hero Image ========== -->
<!-- Google Fonts -->
<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Fraunces:wght@600;700&family=Montserrat:wght@500;700&family=Poppins:wght@300;400;600;700&display=swap" rel="stylesheet">
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font-family: 'Poppins', sans-serif;
color: var(--charcoal-espresso);
background: var(--ivory-sand);
margin: 0;
padding: 0;
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.tao .container {
max-width: var(--max-width);
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 0 20px;
box-sizing: border-box;
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h1, h2, h3 {
font-family: 'Fraunces', serif;
color: var(--charcoal-espresso);
margin: 0;
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a { color: inherit; text-decoration: none; }
/* NAV */
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background: var(--ivory-sand);
border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(46, 38, 46, 0.04);
position: sticky;
top: 0;
z-index: 60;
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display: flex;
align-items: center;
justify-content: space-between;
gap: 16px;
padding: 14px 20px;
max-width: var(--max-width);
margin: 0 auto;
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font-family: 'Fraunces', serif;
color: var(--midnight-teal);
font-weight: 700;
font-size: 1.15rem;
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.tao-menu {
display: flex;
gap: 18px;
align-items: center;
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.tao-menu a {
color: var(--midnight-teal);
font-weight: 600;
font-size: 0.95rem;
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.tao-book {
background: var(--sahara-gold);
color: var(--charcoal-espresso);
padding: 10px 18px;
border-radius: 999px;
font-weight: 700;
}
/* HERO */
.tao-hero {
background: var(--ivory-sand);
padding: 56px 0 0;
}
.tao-hero .row {
display: flex;
gap: 36px;
align-items: center;
justify-content: space-between;
max-width: var(--max-width);
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 0 20px;
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.tao-hero .col-left {
flex: 1;
min-width: 280px;
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.tao-hero .tagline {
font-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif;
color: var(--midnight-teal);
font-weight: 600;
margin-bottom: 8px;
letter-spacing: 0.2px;
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.tao-hero h1 {
font-size: 40px;
color: var(--midnight-teal);
line-height: 1.05;
margin-bottom: 12px;
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.tao-hero p.lead {
max-width: 640px;
color: var(--charcoal-espresso);
margin-bottom: 18px;
font-size: 16px;
line-height: 1.7;
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.tao-hero .actions {
display: flex;
gap: 12px;
flex-wrap: wrap;
}
.btn-sahara {
background: var(--sahara-gold);
color: var(--charcoal-espresso);
padding: 12px 22px;
border-radius: 10px;
font-weight: 700;
text-decoration: none;
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.btn-outline {
background: transparent;
border: 2px solid var(--midnight-teal);
color: var(--midnight-teal);
padding: 10px 18px;
border-radius: 10px;
font-weight: 600;
text-decoration: none;
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.tao-hero .col-right {
flex: 0 0 460px;
text-align: right;
}
.tao-hero img.hero-img {
width: 100%;
height: auto;
display: block;
border: none;
box-shadow: none;
object-fit: cover;
}
/* OUR APPROACH */
.tao-approach {
background: var(--midnight-teal);
color: #fff;
padding: 42px 0;
margin-top: 0;
}
.tao-approach .inner {
max-width: var(--max-width);
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 0 20px;
}
.tao-approach .label {
font-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif;
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 2px;
color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.9);
font-weight: 600;
font-size: 12px;
margin-bottom: 6px;
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.tao-approach h2 {
font-size: 34px;
margin: 0 0 12px;
color: #fff;
}
.tao-approach p.lead {
color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.92);
max-width: 820px;
font-size: 16px;
line-height: 1.75;
margin-bottom: 20px;
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.tao-steps {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: repeat(3, 1fr);
gap: 20px;
margin-top: 18px;
}
.tao-step {
background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.05);
border-radius: 12px;
padding: 20px;
}
.tao-step .icon {
width: 56px;
height: 56px;
border-radius: 50%;
background: var(--sahara-gold);
color: var(--charcoal-espresso);
display: flex;
align-items: center;
justify-content: center;
font-weight: 700;
margin-bottom: 12px;
}
.tao-step h3 {
color: #fff;
font-size: 18px;
margin-bottom: 8px;
}
.tao-step p {
color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.95);
font-size: 15px;
line-height: 1.6;
}
.tao-approach .cta-row {
margin-top: 28px;
}
/* WHY WE EXIST */
.tao-why {
background: var(--ivory-sand);
padding: 56px 0;
}
.tao-why .wrap {
max-width: var(--max-width);
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 0 20px;
display: flex;
gap: 36px;
align-items: center;
justify-content: space-between;
}
.tao-why img {
width: 320px;
border-radius: 10px;
}
.tao-why h2 {
font-size: 28px;
margin-bottom: 10px;
}
.btn-sahara.inline {
display: inline-block;
background: var(--sahara-gold);
color: var(--charcoal-espresso);
padding: 10px 20px;
border-radius: 8px;
font-weight: 700;
text-decoration: none;
}
/* START SECTION */
.tao-start {
background: var(--sahara-gold);
color: var(--charcoal-espresso);
text-align: left;
padding: 56px 0;
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.tao-start .wrap {
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margin: 0 auto;
padding: 0 20px;
display: flex;
align-items: center;
justify-content: space-between;
}
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background: var(--terracotta-rose);
color: #fff;
padding: 12px 20px;
border-radius: 10px;
font-weight: 700;
text-decoration: none;
}
/* FOOTER */
.tao-footer {
background: var(--footer-bg);
color: #fff;
padding: 28px 0;
}
.tao-footer .inner {
max-width: var(--max-width);
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 0 20px;
display: flex;
gap: 28px;
flex-wrap: wrap;
justify-content: space-between;
}
.tao-footer .brand {
font-family: 'Fraunces', serif;
color: var(--sahara-gold);
font-weight: 700;
font-size: 18px;
}
/* Responsive */
@media (max-width: 920px) {
.tao-hero .row { flex-direction: column-reverse; text-align: center; }
.tao-hero img.hero-img { margin-top: 20px; }
.tao-steps { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }
.tao-why .wrap { flex-direction: column; text-align: center; }
.tao-why img { width: 80%; max-width: 360px; margin-bottom: 20px; }
.tao-start .wrap { flex-direction: column; text-align: center; }
}
</style>
<div class="tao">
<!-- NAV -->
<nav class="tao-nav">
<div class="inner">
<div class="tao-menu">
<a href="#home">Home</a>
<a href="#about">About</a>
<a href="https://theafricaoffice.com/staging/2555/programs/">Programs</a>
<a href="#contact">Contact</a>
<a class="tao-book" href="https://theafricaoffice.com/staging/2555/book-a-free-call/">Book a Free Call</a>
</div>
</div>
</nav>
<!-- HERO -->
<header id="home" class="tao-hero">
<div class="row">
<div class="col-left">
<div class="tagline">Shaping the future of work in Africa, through building pathways for returners and new professionals</div>
<h1>Helping women across Africa re-enter the workforce with clarity and confidence.</h1>
<p class="lead">At The Africa Office, we’re building pathways for career returners — women ready to rebuild their professional identities, reclaim confidence, and reimagine what work can look like.</p>
<div class="actions">
<a class="btn-sahara" href="https://theafricaoffice.com/staging/2555/book-a-free-call/">Book a Free Call</a>
</div>
</div>
<div class="col-right">
<img class="hero-img" src="https://theafricaoffice.com/staging/2555/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/hero-woman-e1761505327468.png" alt="West African woman in teal blazer">
</div>
</div>
</header>
<!-- OUR APPROACH -->
<section class="tao-approach">
<div class="inner">
<div class="label">Our Approach</div>
<h2>Work With a Coach</h2>
<p class="lead">You’re not starting over. You’re starting stronger. Our certified coaches specialize in supporting women returning to the workforce — from rebuilding confidence to refining your professional story.</p>
<div class="tao-steps">
<div class="tao-step">
<div class="icon">1</div>
<h3>Rediscover & Reframe</h3>
<p>Guided reflection helps translate your break into strengths, define goals, and craft your comeback story with confidence.</p>
</div>
<div class="tao-step">
<div class="icon">2</div>
<h3>Refresh Skills & Profile</h3>
<p>We help you refine your CV, LinkedIn, and interview readiness — focused on market relevance and renewed self-belief.</p>
</div>
<div class="tao-step">
<div class="icon">3</div>
<h3>Reconnect & Relaunch</h3>
<p>Through our programs and partnerships, we support your job search and transition back into meaningful work.</p>
</div>
</div>
<div class="cta-row">
<a class="btn-sahara" href="https://theafricaoffice.com/staging/2555/book-a-free-call/">Book a Free Discovery Call</a>
</div>
</div>
</section>
<!-- WHY WE EXIST -->
<section class="tao-why">
<div class="wrap">
<img src="https://theafricaoffice.com/staging/2555/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/3.png" alt="Smiling woman at work">
<div>
<h2>How Pause Becomes Progress</h2>
<p>I had been out of the workforce for over five years. The Africa Office helped me reframe my career story and rebuild the confidence no one had ever questioned.</p>
<a class="btn-sahara inline" href="https://theafricaoffice.com/staging/2555/book-a-free-call/">Book a Free Call</a>
</div>
</div>
</section>
<!-- START YOUR RETURN -->
<section class="tao-start">
<div class="wrap">
<div>
<h2>Start your return-to-work journey today</h2>
<p>Get your free Career Comeback Starter Kit and practical steps to rebuild your professional confidence.</p>
</div>
<a class="btn-terra" href="https://theafricaoffice.com/staging/2555/programs/">Explore Our Programs</a>
</div>
</section>
<!-- FOOTER -->
<footer class="tao-footer">
<div class="inner">
<div>
<div class="brand">The Africa Office</div>
<p>Empowering Africa’s workforce — one career comeback at a time.</p>
</div>
<div>
<h4 style="color: var(--sahara-gold);">Quick Links</h4>
<a href="#about">About</a>
<a href="https://theafricaoffice.com/staging/2555/programs/">Programs</a>
<a href="#contact">Contact</a>
</div>
<div>
<h4 style="color: var(--sahara-gold);">Connect</h4>
<a href="#">LinkedIn</a>
<a href="#">Instagram</a>
<p>[email protected]</p>
</div>
</div>
</footer>
</div>
Because Every Career Journey Matters