Tanzania joins the continental Young Women’s movement    

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has officially joined the Young Women of Africa (YWA), a powerful pan-African movement that brings together young women from 41 countries with a shared vision to drive transformation through values, culture, and leadership.

Speaking during a local session in Dar es salaam, Babati District Commissioner Emmanuela kaganda clarified that the initiative is not an NGO, but a movement, a growing force of young African women committed to shaping the continent’s future by setting examples in integrity, unity, and purpose.

“This is a space for values. We are not just forming programmes, we are building character, starting at home and spreading through communities.

 Tanzania’s chapter will pick what reflects us,” she said.

Moreover the Tanzanian chapter is expected to craft its own strategic focus areas while aligning with the movement’s broader vision.

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On her part the Vice Chair Of YWOA Tanzania chapter Magdalena Gisse also called on government leaders and development partners to support the movement’s efforts through mentorship, funding, and policy advocacy.

“We are not asking for space, we are creating it” she said

She emphasised the need to invest in mentorship, innovation, and financial inclusion for young women to play an active role in national development.

The movement is set to unveil national-level priorities in upcoming engagements, including mentorship programmes and intergenerational dialogues.