Imbokodo Forum 2025: Celebrating Women’s Role in Justice, Peace, and Reconciliation
Date: 30 – 31 July 2025
Time: 08:30 – 17:00 HRS
Location: Gaborone, Botswana

About the Forum

The Imbokodo Forum is a premier Pan-African Women’s Forum designed to amplify the voices of African women in leadership, advocacy, and socio-economic development. Hosted by CWA, this third edition of the Imbokodo Forum aligns with the African Union’s Pan African Women’s Month, providing a strategic platform for dialogue, empowerment, and actionable solutions.

The forum’s title, “Imbokodo”, meaning rock in Zulu, symbolizes the strength, resilience, and unshakable role of African women in shaping societies. It draws inspiration from the historic South African anti-apartheid chant: “Wathint’ Abafazi, Wathint’ Imbokodo” (You strike a woman, you strike a rock), underscoring the indomitable spirit of African women.

Theme: #Africa Rising

“Celebrating Women’s Role in Justice, Peace, and Reconciliation” This year’s theme focuses on recognizing and honoring the critical contributions of women in shaping Africa’s future, fostering peace, and driving justice and reconciliation efforts across the continent.

Why Attend?

• • Engage with influential women leaders, policymakers, and activists driving change in Africa.

  • Participate in high-impact discussions on gender equity, justice, and peacebuilding.

  • Network with like-minded individuals and organizations advocating for women’s rights and socio-economic progress.

  • Be part of a transformative movement empowering African women.

Who Should Attend?

• • Women leaders in politics, business, and civil society

  • Activists and advocates for women’s rights

  • Policymakers and government representatives

  • Academics and researchers on gender studies

  • Youth and emerging women leaders

Join us at Imbokodo Forum 2025 as we celebrate and empower African women, shaping a more just, peaceful, and reconciled continent.

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