International Women's Day; Accelerate Action 2025
- Audey
- Mar 8
- 2 min read
Today, as the world celebrates International Women's Day under the theme ‘Accelerate Action,’ we turn our focus to the women of Malawi—mothers, leaders, entrepreneurs, artists, activists and trailblazers—who are shaping the nation's future. Across all sectors, Malawian women continue to break barriers, proving that progress is unstoppable when women are empowered throughout.
Malawian women are taking charge in the business world, from small-scale enterprises to corporate leadership. Women in markets do sustain families with their hard work, while female entrepreneurs venture into tech, finance and agribusiness, driving economic growth. However, they might face challenges like limited access to capital and business networks which leads to having a few women in these different work environments. Accelerating action means increasing financial inclusion and mentorship opportunities for our women to thrive.
Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in leadership. However, figures like Dr. Joyce Banda, Malawi’s first female president, paved the way for more women to enter politics. Today, we can see many female parliamentarians, chiefs and community leaders and they are proving that women's voices matter in governance. The government and other authority bodies should continue to strengthen policies that support gender equality in leadership to ensure a more inclusive future.
From music to film, Malawian female artists and actresses are using their talents to tell powerful stories. Musicians like Sangie and Kim of Diamonds continue to inspire with their voices, while women in film, such as directors and producers like Joyce Chavula, bring untold Malawian stories to the big screen. The entertainment industry must offer more space and opportunities for women to excel and be recognized.
The tech industry is growing, and Malawian women are making strides in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Organizations promoting girls' education in STEM are helping young women pursue careers in these fields. The more we invest in education, the more we accelerate women's contributions to innovation and development.
To truly accelerate progress for Malawian women, we must address issues like gender-based violence, economic disparity and limited access to education, just to mention a few. The government, private sector and civil society must work together to create opportunities that empower women in all areas of life. To add to that, Thoko Kandodo from NBS Bank recently received recognition by the Wealth Women’s Summit for Inspiring Women in Malawi, which shows how women’s hard work has to be acknowledged through different ways like awards or planned events.
As we celebrate International Women's Day, let’s commit to more than just recognition—let’s take action. When Malawian women rise, the whole nation thrives.
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