Hellen Kijo Bisimba, A Champion of Human Rights
Hellen’s commitment to human rights began in her teens when she stood up against injustices at her school.
Category: Shangazi Power
Welcome to our series of Shangazi Power
The collection of documentaries of #ShangaziPower. on Youtube and articles about each woman is featured here. The series aims to amplify and shed light on the work of women in East Africa, specifically Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda from the independence struggle all the way to recent struggles for democracy, human rights equality and equity
Jerotich Seii: A Beacon of Energy Justice and Social Activism
Jerotich refers to herself as an active citizen, emphasizing the need for consistent vigilance and action against injustices
Wangari Maathai: Africa’s Trailblazing Nobel Laureate
Wangari Maathai’s unyielding spirit and vision keeps inspiring new generations with her enduring legacy of resilience, bravery, and activism
Jackline Lankas’ Silent Strength – Hearing-Impaired Maasai’s Call for Revolution
Jackline Sekento Lankas is a symbol of strength, passionate about climate justice and unwavering in her support for the rights of girls and individuals with disabilities
Anita Soina, Championing Environmental Conservation with Unwavering Passion
She discovered her interest in climate and environmental change at only 18 yrs old
STELLA NYANZI – the activist who vowed to give Uganda’s President sleepless nights
“Many times I’m fearful because it is dangerous–to oppose a militant dictator…you’ll get beaten up, you’ll get tortured, you’ll get abducted.” ~ Stella Nyanzi.
Fatma Karume – Tanzania’s fearless advocate
It is her sharp and vocal criticism of the president’s appointment of the Attorney General that led her to eventually being permanently disbarred from practicing law in Tanzania.
Mfahamu mwanamke wa kwanza mwafrika aliyeshinda Tuzo ya Amani ya Nobel
Mwaka wa 2004 Wangari Maathai alituzwa Tuzo ya Amani ya Nobel kwa mchango wake katika maendeleo endelevu, demokrasia na amani.Maathai alikuwa mwanamke wa kwanza mwafrika kushinda tuzo hiyo
