On January 13, 2025, residents of Lagos awoke to the exciting news that Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, a well-known figure in Lagos politics, had been elected as the Speaker …
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Six progressive gender-inclusive policies in Africa since 2018.
Policies can change lives and shape the systems that govern everything from healthcare and education to safety and economic opportunity. For women, policies pushing for equality and empowerment …
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AdvocacyFemale PoliticiansGender EqualityImpactNon-ProfitPolicymakersSocial ImpactSocial Justice
Glanis Changachirere: A champion for Zimbabwe women’s rights.
Glanis Changachirere is transforming lives in Zimbabwe through her work as a feminist, activist, and founder of the Institute for Young Women Development (IYWD). Her efforts focus on …
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BusinessFemale PoliticiansInnovationLeadership
Tabitha Karanja, the dogged pioneer of Kenya’s first indigenous breweries.
Tabitha Mukami Muigai Karanja is a Kenyan businesswoman, entrepreneur, industrialist and Nakuru County Senator. She co-founded Keroche Breweries, the first major brewery in Kenya, which a local entrepreneur …
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Female PoliticiansGender EqualityLeadershipPolicyPolicymakers
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Namibia’s First Female President-elect.
From a young activist fighting for her country’s liberation to securing 57% of the votes in the 2024 election, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, at 72 years old, has made history …
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Female PoliticiansGender EqualityLeadership DevelopmentNon-ProfitPolicyYouth Empowerment
Yasmina Benslimane pioneers gender equality in Morocco’s politics.
Morocco has made significant strides in advancing women’s rights, yet women still face substantial barriers to equal representation. Despite reforms, the country ranks 84th globally in gender equality, …
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Eight young female parliamentarians shaping Africa’s political future.
As Africa’s political landscape evolves, the bold and fearless voices of young women are breathing new life into parliaments across the continent. These women are no longer on …
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