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The Economic Case for Investing in Girls’ Leadership in Southern Africa

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GUEST – Musonda Chikwanda- Senior Regional Manager, Africa, Girl Up



Girl Up is a global United Nations Foundation initiative dedicated to empowering adolescent girls and young women worldwide.



Since its launch in the region, Girl Up has trained over 5,000 girls in advocacy and gender equality and helped establish more than 256 clubs across 25+ countries in Sub Saharan Africa. These clubs aren't just forums they are force multipliers. From menstrual health drives and community workshops to STEM education and anti GBV activism, they empower girls to craft their own solutions to local challenges.
14 Jul 4PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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