A new report maps feminist movements and actors in Portuguese-speaking African countries. These movements have historically faced challenges like linguistic isolation, postcolonial authoritarianism, and inadequate funding structures. The report highlights the unique context and dynamics shaping feminist organizing in the region.
Oct 2026The African Women's Development FundNews article
The **African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF)** is recruiting trainers to deliver online humanitarian capacity-strengthening programs. These trainings aim to support feminist and women’s rights organizations responding to crises in Africa. The initiative extends AWDF’s efforts to improve institutional readiness for humanitarian funding and crisis response.
Oct 2026The African Women's Development FundNews article
AfricanFeminism highlights Portuguese-speaking Africa’s central role in the continent’s feminist movement, challenging its marginalization. Feminist groups in the region address inequality, crises, and exclusion while driving systemic change. Philanthropic support has historically fueled progress toward gender justice and equitable societies across Africa.
Oct 2026The African Women's Development FundNews article
Cedrick Sokou, Administrative and Financial Director in Côte d’Ivoire, frames budgeting, transparency, and expenditure justification as political and activist-driven issues. He challenges traditional accounting opacity by advocating for a feminist perspective, emphasizing deconstruction of financial practices to promote equity and accountability.
Oct 2026The African Women's Development FundNews article
