The role of first ladies in Africa’s development was highlighted at the launch of the “We Are Equal” campaign and the agreement on the Zero Waste movement of the Organization of African First Ladies for Development ( OAFLAD) in Maputo, Mozambique. The first lady emphasized her commitment to using education as a tool to promote this campaign.
In her speech, the first lady announced the upcoming creation of an alternative school for girls who have dropped out of school. This school will provide girls with a chance to acquire secondary education and pursue higher education. This program aims to recognize the inherent potential in every girl and provide an educational approach tailored to their unique circumstances.
The first lady also highlighted the importance of environmental sustainability and joint efforts by the government and the private sector to reduce waste and implement innovative recycling programs. She stressed the need to cooperate to implement sustainable solutions on a large scale.
Finally, the first lady reaffirmed the objective of the Tinubu administration to boost the engagement of women in productive activities that contribute to the socio-economic development of individuals, communities and the country as a whole.
This event marks an important milestone in the efforts of African first ladies to promote gender equality, education and environmental sustainability. Using education as leverage, these influential women hope to create opportunities for marginalized girls and contribute to a more sustainable future for Africa.
To learn more about this campaign and OAFLAD’s initiatives, you can consult the following articles:
– First Lady of Mozambique launches the “We Are Equal” movement: [article link]
– OAFLAD is committed to reducing waste and promoting recycling: [article link]
– Girls’ education at the heart of OAFLAD’s efforts: [article link]
Join the “We Are Equal” movement and support the initiatives of African first ladies for a more equal and sustainable future.