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4th Annual Continental Convention of the Young Women of Africa Movement: Shaping the Future Through Leadership The 4th Annual Continental Convention of the Young Women of Africa Movement stands as a powerful platform to celebrate and advance the role of young women in Africa's transformation. This pivotal event brings together dynamic leaders, innovators, and change agents from across the continent to address key issues surrounding leadership, empowerment, and sustainable development. By focusing on equipping young women with the tools, skills, and networks they need, the convention underscores their critical role in driving Africa’s growth. The movement highlights that investing in the leadership of young women is not just an option but a necessity for building a more inclusive, resilient, and prosperous future. As the continent continues to evolve, the voices, ideas, and actions of young African women are shaping policies, businesses, and communities. The 4th Continental Convention serves as a beacon of collaboration and inspiration, reminding us that young women are not only the leaders of tomorrow but the changemakers of today.It was the place to be! #YoungWomenOfAfrica #Leadership

One Lucky Country… or One Divided Nation? Australia Day sparks deep and evolving conversations. For some, it’s a day of celebration; for others, it’s a painful reminder of colonisation and loss. As our national identity continues to shift, so too does our understanding of leadership, belonging, and responsibility. How do we honour the past while making space for a future we are all proud of? How do we move from extractive leadership to regenerative leadership…one that listens, heals, and co-creates? These are the questions I’m reflecting on. I’d love to hear your thoughts. If you’d like to delve more into my thoughts on the future of work and leadership please consider following me on Substack. #AustraliaDay #Leadership #Belonging #RegenerativeLeadership #SystemsThinking #Reconciliation #DiversityAndInclusion #IndigenousWisdom #FutureOfWork

A fascinating and very inspiring panel discussion last Monday. Quite thought provoking, beyond the labeling of « decolonization ». Some quotes from panel speakers and from the executive humanitarian leaders in the room, that stayed with me: « We are always the colonizer of someone. We have so much to decolonize in our mindsets » « People coming in the market are far more ready to embrace this topic. It will happen softly or hardly. The way it will happen depends on how we approach it. » « When addressing this topic and the related issues to be addressed, be clean with your deep intention, before engaging in the courageous conversations. It is not about winning or being better than the others » « Transparency, decolonization, localization, interpersonal dialogue, inclusiveness… are not topics, but are dimensions that define today’s leadership » « When we talk, are we speaking as a colonizer, as someone who grew up and lived where coloniality is deeply engraved, as a someone wearing decolonized lenses? Be aware of it, as well as how will be looking at you. It is a positionality question » « All our frames, references, histories are mutual, and need to be considered as mutual (and not « us » versus « them ») »

We are our own worst enemies. We push each other – our fellow humans – into survival mode. But we are also our biggest source of hope. 🤝 That was the key idea I wanted people to take away from my presentation at the United Nations Office at Geneva . We are all human, and humans are the ones who implement anything. ↪ Regardless of the concept ↪ Regardless of the cost We make things happen. ➡️ So, if we want to see real cultural change – and achieve the UN SDGs – we are the ones who need to take action. #GlobalGoals #SDGs #culture #leadership

Another episode of Beyond the Audit

𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗣𝟮𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔⁣ ⁣ LEAP2LEAD AFRICA is on a mission to mobilize, educate, ignite, and inspire young African leaders to become changemakers, transformational leaders, and advocates taking action for change. Through Global Citizenship Education webinars, Education for Sustainable Development programs, Mentorship, Community Outreach, and Advocacy, we aim to ignite communities and drive impactful transformation.⁣ ⁣ As we believe:⁣ ⁣ Leadership is not about titles or positions, it’s about action and impact.⁣ The true measure of change is not in words but in the actions that inspire others.⁣ ⁣ An empowered leader transforms not just communities but entire generations.”⁣ The Africa we want is our collective responsibility—it begins with each of us taking bold, intentional action.⁣ ⁣ Join us today and be part of a community leading Africa’s transformation!...⁣ ⁣ #LEAP2LEADAFRICA⁣ #TheCLAN⁣ #Changemakers⁣ #TransformationalLeadership⁣ #AdvocacyForChange⁣ #AfricaRising⁣ #GlobalCitizenshipEducation⁣ #EducationForSustainableDevelopment⁣ #YouthLeadership⁣ #AfricanLeaders⁣ #IgniteChange⁣ #LeadForImpact⁣ #SustainableFuture⁣ #TheAfricaWeWant

We are delighted to launch our latest report ‘Shifting the Landscape: 2023 in review’, which looks back at the past year through the lens of women’s leadership across Africa. Exploring not only the remarkable strides made by African women, the publication also delves into stories of how they are claiming their rightful places in public leadership, and what it takes to navigate the enormous challenges that still exist for women leaders in Africa. Discover the women leaders and the data that reflect a shifting landscape in the legislatures, executives, and judiciaries across the continent: https://bit.ly/4cjHMls #Africa #WomenLeaders #Governance #Leadership #ShiftingTheLandscape

🌐 Spheres of Influence As we envision a brighter future for the UK in 30 years time and what we need to achieve, individually and collectively, to get there, it is important to reflect on our spheres of influence and what power they hold. Our decisions and actions can shape our relationships with family and friends as well as those with co-workers and business partners. Our leadership can set the tone for an entire industry. Our attitudes, kindness, expertise, innovation and unique perspectives can change the trajectory of people's lives or business plans. What will your legacy to be as a steward of a better tomorrow? Let us amplify this influence at Anthropy25. Build partnerships and new networks at the UK's largest leadership gathering. Together we can create a more equitable, sustainable, and successful Britain. Your influence matters. Secure your seat today: https://lnkd.in/eUrkfgUd #Anthropy #Anthropy25 #RebootBritain #Leadership #Influence

This is one of the many reasons that I continue to say that Rwanda reminds me of Goldman Sachs. People have a lot of things to say about leaders and about well-run organizations. My experiences at Goldman Sachs and in Rwanda offer a specific vantage point. From that position, I say that Rwanda strives to implement into its national development strategy across sectors what all Goldman Sachs alumni know by heart: “It is not as important to be the biggest but the best.” Larger economies have the advantage of a big population from which to pull talent and to draw attention globally. Smaller nations must compete against these larger nations in order to accelerate their growth by operating efficiently, communicating clearly, and working effectively. The African School of Governance - ASG is a significant step in the right direction for the good of all, and launching in Kigali adds another data point of interest and signal to Africanist thinkers and Pan-Africanists as Kigali expands its tertiary education offerings and welcomes students from throughout the African Continent. A focus on educating Africa’s future leaders with specific attention to governance and strategy and commerce through quality education is an exceptional focus. Mastercard Foundation continues to demonstrate itself to be one of the noteworthy organizations in the space of African education and international education development. For that a salute is due. To President Paul Kagame & and H.E. Hailemariam Desalegn: respect for thinking about to the present & future need for capable leaders to govern the Continent prioritizing the interest of its peoples.

Governance helps you to always act in the best interests of the business. More specifically, it can improve the performance of your business, help it become more stable and productive, and unlock new opportunities. Strong governance gets noticed by shareholders, stakeholders, employees, and customers alike and strongly affects an organizations reputation. That's one of the many reasons corporate governance is so important; it can and does lead to a higher or a lower company valuation. Good governments can reduce risks, and enable faster and safer growth.