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CAMFED’s CEO on Julia Gillard’s leadership podcast

Julia Gillard's conversation with our CEO, Angie Murimirwa, charts the journey of a girl financially struggling to stay in school in rural Zimbabwe to a…

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“Economic success comes with responsibility”

In part 4 of our blog series, ‘Crafting Change’, hear from Diana, Lydia, Veronica and Victorine about how they’re championing the previously untapped potential of…

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The Zambian creatives driving social impact through art

In part 3 of our blog series, ‘Crafting Change’, hear from Febby, Salifyanji, Elizabeth and Lucy about how their passion for art has led to…

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BlogCAMFED Association (CAMA)Multiple countries

“Business is not just about making a living, it is about making a difference”

In part 2 of our blog series, ‘Crafting Change’, hear from Buchedo, Rosinah, Sicelosenkosi and Veronica about how their basket-weaving businesses benefit women, girls and…

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The trendsetting entrepreneurs on Tanzania’s fashion scene

In part 1 of our blog series, ‘Crafting Change’, hear from three Tanzanian entrepreneurs Anita, Lidya, and Helina who are building thriving fashion businesses with…

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Transforming education systems together: Delivering youth-led mentorship at scale

This video showcases learning about a collaborative research process co-led by CAMFED and government partners in Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe being used to examine how…

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Transforming Education Systems Together: Regional Learning Visit

The visit gave an opportunity to screen a new documentary about a collaborative research process co-led by CAMFED and government partners in Tanzania, Zambia and…

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CAMFED Malawi honored with government award for promoting girls’ education

CAMFED Malawi's National Director, Susan Silika, accepted a government award recognizing CAMFED as the best promoter of girls' education.

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NewsAwards and PrizesZambia

CAMFED Zambia awarded 2024 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education

The Prize forms part of UNESCO's commitment to gender equality and nurturing future female leaders through education.

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Day of the Girl 2024: Multiplying hope and opportunity

Join CAMFED this International Day of the Girl, by taking inspiration from a school graduate's message about giving back. Together, we can support many more…

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Angie Murimirwa, CEO of CAMFED, wins Africa Education Medal

Angeline (Angie) Murimirwa, CEO of CAMFED, has won the Africa Education Medal 2024, recognized as an extraordinary leader, transforming education

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CAMFED’s CEO on TED’s “How To Be A Better Human” Podcast

In conversation with Chris, Angie shares her inspiring journey rising to CEO of CAMFED – the very organization that supported her through school and introduces…

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