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The African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) proudly congratulates our esteemed Elder, H.E. Dr. Joyce Banda, former Presiden...
10/16/2026

The African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) proudly congratulates our esteemed Elder, H.E. Dr. Joyce Banda, former President of the Republic of Malawi, on receiving the prestigious 2026 BPI Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award in Johannesburg, South Africa.

A pioneering stateswoman, champion of women’s rights and advocate for social justice, H.E. Dr. Joyce Banda has dedicated more than four decades to advancing democracy, empowering women and girls, fighting poverty and expanding access to education and economic opportunities.

As Malawi’s first female President and the second woman to serve as Head of State in Africa, she has broken barriers and demonstrated the transformative power of women’s leadership.

This distinguished honour recognizes not only her remarkable achievements in public service but also her enduring commitment to ethical leadership, humanitarian action and building a more equitable and prosperous Africa.

AWLN celebrates this extraordinary milestone and the lasting legacy of a visionary African woman leader whose courage, resilience and dedication continue to pave the way for generations of women and girls across the continent.

The African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) proudly congratulates Justice Navi Pillay, South African jurist and former UN H...
10/12/2026

The African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) proudly congratulates Justice Navi Pillay, South African jurist and former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, on receiving the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize!

With over five decades dedicated to defending human rights and advancing international justice, her remarkable legacy embodies the courage, resilience and transformative power of African women in shaping a more just, equal and peaceful world.

10/12/2026

Every girl deserves a future without limits!

On this , AWLN celebrates the strength, dreams and boundless potential of girls across Africa. Every girl deserves education, safety, equal opportunities and the freedom to make her own choices.

Her rights matter. Her voice matters. Her future matters. 💜

The AWLN warmly congratulates H.E. Dr. Joyce Banda, former President of Malawi and AWLN Elder, on her recognition among ...
10/12/2026

The AWLN warmly congratulates H.E. Dr. Joyce Banda, former President of Malawi and AWLN Elder, on her recognition among the UNGA81 Powerlist of 100 Most Powerful and Iconic Women Leaders and receiving the SOS Global Servant Leader for Peace Award!

A celebration of her remarkable leadership and lifelong dedication to women's empowerment, education and peace.

🇲🇦 A historic moment for Morocco. A powerful moment for Africa.AWLN celebrates H.E. Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri on her hi...
10/07/2026

🇲🇦 A historic moment for Morocco. A powerful moment for Africa.

AWLN celebrates H.E. Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri on her historic appointment as Prime Minister of Morocco.

A milestone for women’s leadership and a powerful reminder that women belong at the highest levels of decision-making, leading, shaping our future and inspiring generations to come.

Congratulations!

📸 HIGHLIGHTS | National Women Leaders Forum 2026 🇧🇯Two days of dialogue, connections and action brought together women l...
10/07/2026

📸 HIGHLIGHTS | National Women Leaders Forum 2026 🇧🇯

Two days of dialogue, connections and action brought together women leaders, entrepreneurs, institutions and partners to advance women’s leadership and economic inclusion in Benin.

From panels and group discussions to networking and the AfCFTA Deal Room, the Forum created new connections, ideas and opportunities for collaboration.

PRESS RELEASE: The African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) Convenes Global Forum at the 81st Session of the United Nations ...
10/05/2026

PRESS RELEASE: The African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) Convenes Global Forum at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81), Advancing Women’s Leadership in Global Governance

🔗 Read the full press release: https://bit.ly/4hJ2FLk

10/02/2026

At the , H.E. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, AWLN Patron, shared a powerful vision for Africa’s future: greater gender equity, equal opportunities for women, and more women leaders at the global decision-making table shaping agendas that advance peace and equity across the continent.

🏆 Celebrating leadership. Recognizing impact.At the Reception, H.E. Ahunna Eziakonwa received the AWLN Achievement Awa...
09/28/2026

🏆 Celebrating leadership. Recognizing impact.

At the Reception, H.E. Ahunna Eziakonwa received the AWLN Achievement Award, presented by H.E. Sahle-Work Zewde, in recognition of her exceptional leadership, distinguished service and steadfast commitment to advancing women’s leadership and Africa’s development.

A well-deserved recognition of a leader whose work has helped advance opportunities for women across the continent.

A major step forward in Africa’s collective action to end violence against women and girls.At the Pre Reception, AWLN,...
09/28/2026

A major step forward in Africa’s collective action to end violence against women and girls.

At the Pre Reception, AWLN, the African Union and UNFPA marked the official joint launch of the Second Edition of the Positive Masculinity Initiative and the Campaign to Accelerate the .

The launch reinforced the urgency of engaging men and boys as partners for change and accelerating action towards the entry into force and implementation of the Convention.

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