Girl Up Africa Digest - The Podcast

Prepare-se para uma jornada inspiradora enquanto mergulhamos no último episódio do Girl Up Africa Digest, o Podcast! Junte-se a nós enquanto destacamos potências STEM notáveis ​​e descobrimos suas histórias de paixão, perseverança e inovação. É uma exploração envolvente do mundo da ciência, tecnologia, engenharia e matemática, onde você descobrirá as incríveis jornadas desses indivíduos pioneiros. Não perca esta oportunidade de se inspirar e motivar com suas experiências!

Reshared on Girl Up Africa Digest The Podcast: In celebration of International Women’s Day, Africa Science Focus features inspiring conversations with prominent women leaders in academic science across the continent. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim shares insights on making science more appealing to young women, while Quarraisha Abdool Karim discusses the impact of mentorship on her career. Marie Korsaga recounts her journey as West Africa’s first female astrophysicist in a male-dominated field. This episode is supported by the Science Granting Councils Initiative, aimed at bolstering the capabilities of public science funding agencies in Sub-Saharan Africa.

*Africa Science Focus is produced by SciDev.Net

Get ready for powerful conversations as Tinevimbo Matambanadzo, founder of the Zimbabwe Endometriosis Support Network, and Christalin Mushongo, a menstrual hygiene champion, join forces with Girl Up Africa and regional leaders. Together, they challenge taboos, break barriers, and ignite positive change. Join the movement of "Menstrual Mavericks" as they reshape the narrative and empower communities through untold stories and inspiring discussions. Welcome to a podcast where menstrual empowerment takes center stage.

Join us for an inspiring conversation on the Girl Up Podcast as we celebrate Women in Sports from an African Perspective. Our guests' former Brave Gladiators front-lady and qualified Namibia Football Association (NFA) instructor Salome Iyambo, Joviita Kandjumbwa sportscaster and Chimwemwe Guta, athlete, soccer player and Girl Up Malawi leader share their experiences and insights on the challenges and opportunities that women face in the sports industry in Africa, and how the impact of successful women athletes in Africa serve as role models and inspirations for future generations. We also discuss the importance of access to education and training for girls and women who want to pursue a career in sports, as well as the role of media and technology in promoting women in sports in Africa.

In this Women's Month special, we are joined by a group of bright and ambitious young women from Zambia, Nigeria, and Namibia. These future leaders share their perspectives on the progress women have made in taking up leadership roles in STEM and other traditionally male-dominated fields, as well as the challenges that still need to be overcome. Our guests discuss how women can support each other in their efforts to break through the glass ceiling and the policies and initiatives needed to encourage more women to pursue leadership roles. They also share their personal experiences and insights on how to ensure that women in leadership positions are not subject to gender-based discrimination or harassment. Join us for an enlightening and inspiring conversation with these dynamic young women who are shaping the future of leadership in Africa and beyond!

We are excited to launch our new podcast series for this year, Our Stories Matter.

In this series, we sit down with the leaders making a difference in our region and dive into their experiences, perspectives and vision for the future. Whether you're a policymaker, business owner, student,  or community member, you'll find something to learn and be inspired by.  Check out the latest episode and subscribe to stay updated on future releases! #GirlUpSSA #RegionalLeadersSpeak #OurStoriesMatter