The Duchess International Women’s Day Conference 2025 kicked off in spectacular fashion with an electrifying Meet & Greet session, bringing together trailblazing women from across Africa and beyond. The room buzzed with powerful conversations, bold ideas, and unstoppable energy—setting the tone for what promises to be an inspiring and transformative event.
A Gathering of Inspiring Leaders
We were honoured to host an incredible line-up of change makers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and advocates who are shaping the future of women’s leadership. Among the distinguished attendees were:
– Hajia Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris – First Lady of Kebbi State, championing women’s empowerment and education.
– Oumou Fall – Founder of Kaute Gourmand, promoting culinary excellence and women in business.
– Yacine Ndiaye Habaua – CEO of Yau Servicio, driving innovation in service industries.
– Dr. Rita Akpan & Dr. Augustina Awoke – Leading voices in healthcare and women’s well-being.
– Chief Mrs. Ekpiteta – A formidable advocate for community development.
– Amb. Betty Mahugu – African Tourism Board (Kenya), fostering sustainable tourism and female leadership.
– Oghogho Gwabin Musa – President of DEPOWA, empowering military spouses and women in defence.
– Dr. Halimah Muhammad Bande & Aisha Muhammad Mancuruta – Influential figures in Kebbi State’s women’s initiatives.
– Khadija Mahecor Diouf, Fatoumata Bintou Diedhiou & Nme Fa Diallo – Rising stars in business and advocacy.
– Monique Henaine, Tabara Gakou & Adji F. Ndao – International leaders fostering cross-border collaboration.
Powerful Conversations, Bold Visions
The session was more than just introductions—it was a melting pot of ideas, with discussions on:
✔ Women’s economic empowerment
✔ Leadership in male-dominated industries
✔ Health, education, and policy reforms
✔ Breaking barriers across Africa and beyond
The Future is Female—and It’s Here!
As the evening unfolded, one thing became clear: the future of leadership is not just inclusive—it’s unstoppable. These women are not just attendees; they are architects of change, proving that when women unite, incredible things happen.
Stay tuned for more updates from the #DuchessIWD2025 Conference as we dive deeper into panels, workshops, and networking sessions designed to *ignite action and elevate women’s voices in Africa and worldwide.
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