Gender
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Gender
Chad at the UN: Determined to have African voices heard in international forums
— Ambassador Ammo Aziza Baroud is the Permanent Representative of Chad to the UN in New York. She talks about her priorities and the importance of women’s empowerment.
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Empowerment
What’s in an African cabbage? A lot, says researcher
Sylvia Wairimu Maina (from Kenya) talks about her doctoral research on the nutritional benefits of the African cabbage. -
Empowerment
Tackling one of Africa’s greatest enemies – drought
Susan Ojochide (from Nigeria) talks about her research that will help to alleviate food insecurity in semi-arid areas. -
Empowerment
Using Artificial Intelligence to transform agriculture in Africa
Fatoumata Thiam (from Senegal) talks about her groundbreaking research that assesses energy efficiency in irrigation networks. -
Empowerment
Unlocking the true potential of ‘false banana'
Selamawit Araya Kidane (from Ethiopia) talks about her research on the nutritional benefits of the Enset plant. -
Economic empowerment
Increasing women’s access to capital critical in Africa’s fight against poverty
Women entrepreneurs continue to face greater barriers to accessing financing for their businesses -
Women’s empowerment
Rewriting Kenya’s laws with Millie Odhiambo
Millie Odhiambo, 55, is one of Kenya’s fearless politicians.
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Women’s empowerment
Meet Bernadette Gomina, a pioneering parliamentarian in Central African Republic
A former midwife, Ms. Gomina submitted several project proposals to international organizations, and built a Women’s Centre in Bayanga with MINUSCA’s support. -
Women’s empowerment
Mzuri Issa, breaking down social barriers to women’s leadership in Tanzania
Ms. Issa is also at the forefront of pushing for legal reforms that will ensure women compete effectively for leadership positions on an equal standing with men. -
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