by Faith MangwanyaWhen I was about sixteen years of old, I was asked if I would embark on a plane with each and every part of it made and designed by African women – including the pilot and co-pilot. I burst out laughing, “No!“, I exclaimed. “Why would I do such a crazy thing?” I asked. I […]
by Salha KaitesiGiving girls and women equal rights as the men is empowering them to greater things. When women are empowered, the possibility for economic growth becomes apparent. If given this opportunity, the benefits of investing in women and girls are endless. a) With gender equality, a girl would be treated as equal from the second they […]
Lovely event with a light-touch, informal and friendly feel. I had a chance to catch up with people I had not seen in ages, as well as to meet a few new people. My suggestions would be for a greater range of entertainment (I’m a big fan of Georgia May and Daps, and they were great), to showcase some of the different kinds of talent in the NE. Food from the African continent or diaspora. And something slightly more structured (but still light-touch, fun and social) to encourage people to get to know about each other, and to find out more about Teakisi and the different initiatives which support different cultures and exchange and sharing in the region.
Had a great time at the event. The team were great and welcoming.
