Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi and Bineta Diop, two personalities committed to the cause of women in Africa, recently met to discuss the actions undertaken by the First Lady of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in favor of health and the fight against violence against women.
Their discussion highlighted the achievements of Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi in various fields, including health. As a champion of sickle cell care, she helped advance the cause of this serious illness that affects the lives of many women. Her commitment to the fight against violence against women, particularly through the Fonarev initiative, was also praised by Bineta Diop.
As special envoy of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Bineta Diop expressed the wish to see this model of work and commitment of the First Lady of the DRC be reproduced in other African countries. She underlined the importance of the involvement of women at the negotiating table for lasting peace and called on Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi to take initiatives in this direction, both with political parties and with the President of the Republic, in order to to increase the representation of women in politics.
The visit of the African Union delegation to Goma, scheduled for this Friday, illustrates the continued commitment to the advancement of women and the fight against gender inequalities. This mission will assess the specific needs of women in this region and find appropriate solutions to help them overcome the challenges they face.
The actions of Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi and the support of Bineta Diop are an important reminder of the need to place women at the center of political decisions and ensure that they actively participate in building a better future for Africa . With concrete initiatives and collaboration between different stakeholders, it is possible to create a world where gender equality and respect for women’s rights are a reality. This is essential work that can only be accomplished through collective action and political will from all.