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In a landmark moment for the Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD), Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, the newly elected President convened a pivotal preparatory meeting via zoom to outline the organization’s strategic vision and future initiatives.

The virtual session brought together key figures, including Vice President Madam Ana Dias Lourenco of Angola, Executive Secretary Dr. Nardos Berhanu, Senior representatives from the OAFLAD secretariat, and National teams from both Angola and Sierra Leone.

This meeting marked a significant step towards enhancing OAFLAD’s influence beyond Africa, a goal that First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio emphasized during her opening remarks. She reaffirmed her commitment to advancing OAFLAD’s mission by fostering stronger partnerships, leveraging African heritage to promote women’s leadership, and advocating for policies that uplift women and children across the continent.

Dr. Fatima Maada Bio highlighted the need for a unified approach among African First Ladies to address pressing social challenges, particularly gender-based violence, child marriage, and access to quality healthcare and education.

As OAFLAD moves into this new era under her leadership, the organization is set to expand its advocacy on global platforms, ensuring that African women’s voices are amplified in international policy discussions. The preparatory meeting laid the foundation for upcoming engagements, including high-level dialogues with global stakeholders, strategic partnerships with development agencies, and initiatives aimed at fostering economic empowerment for women. With a clear vision and a renewed sense of purpose, First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio is poised to elevate OAFLAD’s role in shaping policies that drive sustainable development and gender equality across Africa.