Firdaous Initiative for Academic Excellence

08/07/2026

- Dikan Benon: the prosecution is relying on the UN Jurisdictional Convention as a rule of Customary International Law.

University of Lusaka
Firdaous Initiative for Academic Excellence

02/07/2026

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20/03/2026

10/03/2026

We are pleased to share a new publication titled “The 48-Hour Justice: Why Africa’s Continental Court Just Ordered Tanzania to Amend its Constitution” authored by Hemed Swaleh Jr.

The piece examines the landmark African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights judgment in Ado Shaibu and Others v. United Republic of Tanzania, which held that a constitutional provision preventing challenges to presidential election results violates the right to be heard and access to justice.

Read it here https://firdaouscentre.org/the-48-hour-justice-why-africas-continental-court-just-ordered-tanzania-to-amend-its-constitution/

08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! 💜🌸

Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women across the world. Women continue to lead, innovate, and shape societies through their contributions in leadership, education, peacebuilding, and many other fields.

Let us continue to champion empowerment and ensure every woman and girl has the opportunity to thrive.

07/03/2026

As we mark 1 day to go to International Women's Day, we celebrate Folorunso Alakija, a remarkable entrepreneur whose journey from banking and fashion to leading a major oil and gas company reflects resilience, vision, and leadership. Her success and philanthropy continue to inspire women across Africa and beyond to pursue bold ideas and create opportunities.

Today’s call to action: Support a women-owned business and contribute to empowering women entrepreneurs. 💼✨

06/03/2026

2 Days to Go! ⏳

As we count down to International Women’s Day, we celebrate women who transform conflict into peace and hope. Today we recognize Leymah Gbowee, whose leadership in Liberia’s women’s peace movement demonstrated the extraordinary power of women in peacebuilding and reconciliation.

Let us continue to amplify the voices of women shaping peaceful communities. 🌍
Tag a woman contributing to peace in your community. ✨

05/03/2026

As we count down to International Women’s Day, we celebrate Fatou Bensouda — a trailblazer in international criminal justice and the first African woman to serve as Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court.

Her leadership stands as a powerful reminder that women continue to shape justice systems, defend human rights, and advance accountability worldwide.

Tag a woman in law who inspires you.

04/03/2026

As we count down to International Women’s Day, we celebrate Women in Education under the theme “Educate a Woman, Empower a Nation.”

Today, we spotlight Angeline Murimirwa, whose journey from beneficiary to CEO of CAMFED reflects the transformative power of education in unlocking leadership, confidence, and economic independence for girls across Africa.

When you educate a girl, you empower a generation.

💬 Share a story of a teacher or mentor who inspired your journey.

20/02/2026

New Insight on Gender Equality in Africa

Dive into “Understanding Gender Equality in the African Context: Negotiating Change”, a thoughtful exploration of how gender norms, cultural dynamics, and development efforts intersect across African societies.
This piece highlights the importance of context-specific approaches to gender equity, acknowledging both progress and the ongoing challenges that shape social, economic, and political opportunities for women and men across the continent.

From cultural values to policy negotiations, Mrvellous Mwamba Chitindi sheds light on how meaningful change is being defined and pursued within Africa’s diverse contexts.

📄 Read the full article: https://firdaouscentre.org/understanding-gender-equality-in-the-african-context-negotiating-change/

Join the conversation:
Let’s rethink what gender equality means in Africa — beyond universal frameworks, towards informed, culturally grounded change.