Zim to Host 7th African Women Leaders Inter-Genera...

Zim to Host 7th African Women Leaders Inter-Generational Retreat

Minister of Women Affairs, Monica Mutsvangwa

Rutendo Mazhindu- Zim Now Reporter

Zimbabwe will host the 7th Inter-Generational Retreat of the African Women Leaders Network from September 5 to 7, 2025, at the Rainbow Towers in Harare.

The retreat is a flagship initiative jointly established by the African Union and the United Nations to strengthen women’s participation in leadership, in line with the AU’s Agenda 2063 and the UN’s Agenda 2030.

Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Monica Mutsvangwa said the retreat is a significant recognition of Zimbabwe’s commitment to gender equality.

“This event provides an opportunity for the African Women Leaders Network to formally recognise Zimbabwe’s demonstrated support for women’s leadership, evidenced by constitutional requirements mandating equal rights and opportunities for women in all spheres,” she said.

The gathering will promote intergenerational dialogue between women leaders and young women, encouraging the exchange of experiences and strategies for advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment.

It will also strengthen networks among African women leaders to enhance collaboration on policy advocacy, governance, and peacebuilding.

Minister Mutsvangwa said the retreat would result in actionable plans to address emerging challenges affecting women’s leadership across the continent.

“It will further enhance our country’s visibility as a champion of gender equality and women’s leadership, positioning Zimbabwe as a thought leader on the African continent,” she said.

The retreat is also expected to provide Zimbabwe with an opportunity to showcase its progress on gender equality, attracting potential partnerships and investments from international development organisations.

Minister Mutsvangwa added that the event would boost local economic activity, particularly in the tourism and hospitality sectors.

According to the Ministry, the meeting will also strengthen Zimbabwe’s standing in global gender advocacy circles while promoting the nation’s role as a key player in Africa’s development agenda.