“Women are central to climate adaptation strategies because they are the custodians of their communities’ knowledge, livelihoods, and resilience. To exclude them is to miss the heart of the solution.” — Dr. Fatima Denton. Dr. Fatima Denton’s vision for women in climate action is as transformative as it is urgent. For her, empowering women is not merely a matter of inclusion but a strategic necessity to address one of humanity’s most pressing challenges. Through her groundbreaking work, Dr. Denton highlights the undeniable role women play in climate adaptation and resilience, emphasizing that their leadership is vital for sustainable development and social justice. Her Vision for Women in Climate Action At the core of Dr. Denton’s vision lies the belief that women must transition from being passive participants to active leaders in the global response to climate change. She sees women not only as frontline responders—handling the immediate effects of climate…

“The Namibian nation has voted for peace and stability.” – Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. It’s early morning in Onamutai, a village in Namibia’s northern region. Young Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, barely 15, steps out of her home with a sense of purpose that matches the ambition of many older men and women in her community. This young woman, like many of her peers, was born in a country still under the iron grip of apartheid and colonialism. But while most of her contemporaries were preoccupied with survival, Nandi-Ndaitwah had her sights set on a brighter, more equal future, a future that, she would help bring to fruition as Namibia’s first female president. Her story is one of resilience, overcoming adversity, and shattering ceilings that have historically held women back. From that young, determined girl walking miles in search of freedom to becoming the leader of a nation, Nandi-Ndaitwah’s journey reflects her unshakable dedication to…

By Staff Writer.

The importance of female representation in politics extends beyond its relevance to women alone. Research indicates that political gender equality is associated with improved economic stability, enhanced democratic effectiveness, and increased peace and prosperity. Intriguingly, the current state of female empowerment raises questions.

“I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong.” -Her Majesty the Queen.

By Tanya Maswaure

Héla Cheikhrouhou has spent the last 25 years trying to make energy more affordable in Africa, first at Citibank, then at the World Bank, African Development Bank, the UN’s Green Climate Fund, and Tunisia’s ministry of energy. Her innovations and mindset have seen her leading several organizations and working hard to create a greener, cleaner and better society for the future.

By Khadija Yusra Sanusi

In July 2021, Dinidari Foundation – which envisions a society where fundamental rights of vulnerable women and youth are upheld – hosted a 4-hour conference titled From the Streets to Parliament: Strengthening Women’s Political Power in Nigeria. The conference was curated by Abuja Discourse, a platform coordinated by the foundation to curate conversations about policy and legislative-driven solutions to different issues including women, youths, electoral reforms, access to justice, bills, and sexual harassment.