Women in Geopolitics: Navigating Global Dynamics for a Resilient Africa, 30 Aug. 2025 - VIRTUAL
SUMMARY
This high-level debate session brings together influential female leaders to examine Africa’s evolving role within the global geopolitical landscape. As global power dynamics shift, African women leaders must play a central role in shaping strategic responses that reinforce the continent’s sovereignty, stability, and long-term development.
Participants will explore innovative strategies to navigate current geopolitical challenges while advancing Africa’s position on critical issues such as peace and security, economic transformation, governance, and regional integration. The session aims to foster bold, collaborative leadership that champions Africa’s interests on the world stage, through a distinctly Pan-African, gender-responsive lens.
BACKGROUND & RATIONALE
As the world faces evolving geopolitical challenges, Africa finds itself at a critical juncture where diplomatic engagement, economic resilience, and governance reforms are more necessary than ever. Women leaders play a crucial role in shaping the future of their nations and ensuring Africa’s position in global affairs.
To commemorate Women’s Month 2025, Leading Women of Africa (LWA) is hosting this high-level one-day gathering targeted at female leaders in diplomacy, government, corporate and business. The event aims to provide a platform for women leaders to discuss strategies for navigating the current global geopolitical landscape while strengthening Africa’s position on key issues such as peace, economic transformation, and governance.
This gathering will also underscore the importance of inclusive leadership and the vital contributions women bring to diplomacy and international relations.
This event presents a timely opportunity for women leaders to engage in critical discussions that will shape Africa’s future in an evolving global landscape. The event will foster high-level collaboration that will ensure that Africa’s voice is heard, its interests are protected, and its women leaders play a central role in shaping the continent’s trajectory toward peace, prosperity, and global influence.
OBJECTIVES
To analyze the current global geopolitical landscape and its implications for Africa.
To empower female diplomats with strategies to navigate international dynamics and protect their nations’ interests.
To explore the role of women in diplomacy as catalysts for peace, economic stability, and governance reform.
To foster collaboration among female diplomatic leaders for sustainable policy and decision-making.
To strengthen networks between female diplomats and influential African women leaders.
TARGET AUDIENCE
The event will bring together high-profile women leaders, particularly:
Female ambassadors and diplomats based in South Africa.
Representatives from African Union and regional economic blocs.
Women in leadership positions within government, business, and international organizations.
Scholars and experts in geopolitics, international relations, and diplomacy.
Leaders from civil society organizations advocating for gender-inclusive governance.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING
Expert Insights: Gain deep knowledge on global geopolitical trends and their impact on Africa.
Diplomatic Strategies: Learn practical approaches for navigating geopolitical challenges and securing national interests.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with influential female diplomats and policymakers.
Empowerment: Engage in discussions that strengthen women’s leadership in diplomacy and governance.
Policy Influence: Contribute to shaping policies that enhance Africa’s global positioning and economic resilience.
AGENDA
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DONATE
This Programme Is Offered Free of Charge
However, if you believe in the value of empowering women leaders and strengthening Africa’s voice in global affairs, we invite you to make a voluntary donation of any amount.
Your contribution will support the continued development and expansion of this important initiative.
Account name: LWA CORPORATE INVESTMENT (PTY) LTD
Bank: First National Bank – South Africa
Branch: Century City (Cape Town) / Branch code: 200909 | Account No: 62856763993
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ABOUT THE FACULTY OF WOMEN IN PUBLIC OFFICE
The Faculty of Women in Public Office is a strategic pillar of the LWA Leadership Institute, dedicated to empowering African women in governance and public service. It serves as a premier think-tank and leadership development hub, offering tailored training, mentorship, and policy innovation platforms. Rooted in the vision of Agenda 2063, the Faculty recognizes women as central to Africa’s transformation and seeks to institutionalize their leadership across all levels of public office. Through its programmes, the Faculty nurtures ethical, visionary, and effective female leaders who shape inclusive and sustainable governance across the continent.(www.leadingwomenofafrica.com)