African Women Leading Change in Crisis and Conflict

Women across Africa are leading grassroots change amid crisis and conflict. In Sudan, Duaa Tariq stayed to support communities through women’s cooperatives during the war. In Namibia, Daisry, Munukayumbwa, and Serley empower women with education, agriculture, and vocational training. Njeri wa Migwi’s Usikimye organization in Kenya supports survivors of gender-based violence. Relebohile Mabote of Lesotho focuses on health and financial empowerment. In South Sudan, Kiiko Suzan trains women in business skills, while Malawi’s Chief Theresa Kachindamoto fights child marriage. Despite obstacles, these leaders provide hope, safety, and opportunity, showing that investing in women drives sustainable, local solutions to Africa’s humanitarian challenges.