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StoryBusiness GuidesTanzania

Sara: How I cultivated a thriving agribusiness in rural Tanzania–and teach other women to do it too!

I’m now an educated leader and trailblazing agripreneur, committed to plowing back to my community by training other women in climate-smart agribusiness.

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StoryCAMFED Association (CAMA)Zambia

Abigail Kaindu: I escaped the trap of poverty, just because I was given the opportunity to go to school

Abigail, a determined leader from Zambia, overcame poverty and completed her education with CAMFED support. Now, she’s a role model and education activist, working tirelessly…

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StoryLearner GuidesZambia

Harriet: Teacher, Learner Guide and Entrepreneur, Zambia

As National Chairperson for the CAMFED Association in Zambia, I'm a champion for other girls and young women in my communities, and committed to making…

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Gladys

CAMFED's support made my dream of training as a journalist a reality. Now, I amplify the voices of disadvantaged girls and women in Malawi through…

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StoryLearner GuidesZimbabwe

Yvonne

I know how it feels to be excluded and underestimated due to my background and gender. Now, I’m changing the status quo for other girls…

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Jennifer

As an education activist, I advocate for the rights of marginalized young people, especially persons with disabilities and girls.

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Ayisha

I’m Ayisha and I am on a mission to bring women from low-income communities in rural Ghana together in shea butter cooperatives to provide stable…

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StorySecondary EducationZimbabwe

Tinotenda

I’m Head Girl at my school, Junior MP for my district, an aspiring neuroscientist and powerful education advocate — inspiring girls with my passion for…

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StoryEntrepreneurshipTanzania

Josephine

I am proud of being a businesswoman. I am proud of being a leader. I am proud of how CAMFED has shaped my life and…

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Portia

I am Portia, a trained teacher by profession, from the Upper West Region of Ghana. My education has equipped me with the skills to pursue…

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Abigail, Soccer Referee

I am Abigail, a CAMFED Association member and professional soccer (football) referee, from Mpika District in Zambia. Working in this male-dominated field has its challenges,…

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