Women in Trade and Development

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Missed this week’s article? As documented in the organization’s 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, WITAD has adopted a goal of at...
22/04/2026

Missed this week’s article?

As documented in the organization’s 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, WITAD has adopted a goal of at least 20% participation of persons with disabilities in every empowerment initiative.

Read more here: https://pressreader.com/article/282535844952773

Mem­bers of WITAD’s sew­ing cluster have received their first order from Australia. The income from this deal will be re...
14/04/2026

Mem­bers of WITAD’s sew­ing cluster have received their first order from Australia.

The income from this deal will be rein­ves­ted to estab­lish formal busi­ness com­pli­ance, includ­ing regis­tra­tion, tax com­pli­ance and qual­ity con­trol pro­to­cols, as well as work­ing cap­ital for mater­i­als.

Read more here: https://pressreader.com/article/282716233565621

On 11 – 12 March 2026, WITAD was invited by the U.S. Embassy Eswatini to participate in the 2026 Global Cooperation & Tr...
20/03/2026

On 11 – 12 March 2026, WITAD was invited by the U.S. Embassy Eswatini to participate in the 2026 Global Cooperation & Training Framework (GCTF) workshop at the Royal Villas in Ezulwini. It served as a pivotal moment to align local grassroots efforts with international standards of digital excellence.

WITAD being at the table allows the organization to refine its training curricula, ensuring that the digital skills taught to grassroots women are compatible with the expectations of global trade partners. This alignment is what transforms a local craft or service into an exportable product.

The women of WITAD are doing more than just running businesses; they are securing Eswatini’s position in a competitive, tech-enabled global landscape.

Happy International Women’s Day! ✨ May this day be beautiful honour to the powerful, bold and real women that live among...
08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! ✨ May this day be beautiful honour to the powerful, bold and real women that live amongst us.

06/03/2026

Meet Thembelihle Siphilile Mdluli, founder of Lihle’s Garments and Co.✨

Through the recent Digital Skills Training, she has amassed enough knowledge to better manage her business finances. Onwards and upwards🚀, Lihle!

Canada in Mozambique, Angola and Eswatini MTN Eswatini

Eliminating vulnerability and breaking poverty cycles WITAD is proud to celebrate its successful partnership with the ...
27/02/2026

Eliminating vulnerability and breaking poverty cycles WITAD is proud to celebrate its successful partnership with the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Canada in Mozambique, Angola and Eswatini). From 2025 to 2026, this collaboration directly impacted 122 beneficiaries, providing them with the tools to fight poverty, mitigate climate change, and promote gender equality.

This holistic approach of combining economic skills with social advocacy is the key to reducing gender-based violence and fostering long-term financial independence for women in rural Eswatini.

Key Achievements Included:
1. Food processing - women gained skills in food drying, grinding, packaging, condiments-making and standards and quality.

2. Digital Skills Training - young women equipped with financial management, AI and digital marketing skills.

3. Organic Farming - women trained in regenerative farming and managing high-value crops and vegetables.

4. Sewing and Design - women empowered through specialized sewing and design training.

5. Community-Led GBV Prevention - 25 traditional leaders trained in safeguarding, GBV-prevention and resource control at KaNdinda Royal Kraal.

Thank you, CFLI, for believing in the power of local action!

24/02/2026

Meet Tengetile Magwaza, founder and owner of Yengwayo Cash Transactions. ✨

Watch as she unpacks how the WITAD Digital Skills Training has benefited her business. Onwards and upwards 🚀.



Canada in Mozambique, Angola and Eswatini MTN Eswatini

20/02/2026

Meet Londiwe Vilane, owner of Blessed Hands Enterprise ✨.

Londiwe one of the trainees of the WITAD Digital Skills Training. Onwards and upwards!🚀
Canada in Mozambique, Angola and Eswatini

Future-Proofing Businesses 🔐WITAD is currently in Week 3 of the Digital Skills Training, specifically designed for young...
19/02/2026

Future-Proofing Businesses 🔐

WITAD is currently in Week 3 of the Digital Skills Training, specifically designed for young women operating established businesses in rural areas.

Our curriculum includes:
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Excel skills (financial projections and management)
- Internet skills (email, web services, digital marketing, AI and cybersecurity)
- Business planning and cashflow management

We are proud to support these women as they integrate technology into the heart of their operations.

Canada in Mozambique, Angola and Eswatini

Where were you? On 14 February 2026, the WITAD team split into two. One team showcased the corporate wear (sui...
14/02/2026

Where were you? On 14 February 2026, the WITAD team split into two. One team showcased the corporate wear (suits) at Ezulwini Farmer‘s Market and the other facilitated a food processing training workshop at WITAD’s Centre of Excelkence and Hope. we are transforming lives with Canada in Mozambique, Angola and Eswatini

WITAD has concluded the training traditional leaders at KaNdinda Royal Kraal, focusing on the connection between ge...
10/02/2026



WITAD has concluded the training traditional leaders at KaNdinda Royal Kraal, focusing on the connection between gender equality and poverty reduction, inclusion, and strengthening their role in safeguarding which entails preventing, protecting and be accountable for GBV prevention.

A key component of our dialogue was the implementation of PSEAH (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment) protocols. Traditional leaders are key partners in the fight against poverty and gender-based violence.

Together, we are creating a future where resources are shared and every voice is heard.

Canada in Mozambique, Angola and Eswatini

Cultivating Independence, One Seed at a Time 🌱At WITAD, we believe that when women grow sustainably, they grow powerfull...
04/02/2026

Cultivating Independence, One Seed at a Time 🌱

At WITAD, we believe that when women grow sustainably, they grow powerfully. We recently gathered with incredible grassroots women farmers for a deep dive into the world of Permaculture.

The goal? Moving away from costly, conventional farming and embracing organic, high-value crop production. By healing the soil, we are not just fighting climate change, but we are building financial independence.

Why this matters: For rural women in Eswatini, a higher crop yield means more than just profit. It means economic autonomy, which is a vital shield in reducing exposure to gender-based violence.

A huge thank you to the Canada in Mozambique, Angola and Eswatini for partnering with us to sow the seeds of change!

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