Welcome to Duchess Africa
Our mission is to empower Black women to reach their full potential and become leaders in their personal and professional lives. We believe that black women have the power to achieve greatness in all aspects of life, and we are committed to providing the support and resources needed to make this a reality.
Welcome to Duchess Africa
Our mission is to empower Black women to reach their full potential and become leaders in their personal and professional lives. We believe that black women have the power to achieve greatness in all aspects of life, and we are committed to providing the support and resources needed to make this a reality.
Building a Brighter Future for Black Women
As a young organisation, we bring a fresh perspective and an energy that comes with the excitement of new beginnings. We are eager to create a dynamic community that is inclusive, diverse, and welcoming to all women. We believe that our strengths lie in our ability to harness the power of collaboration, inspire change, and bring new ideas to the table.
Through our virtual and physical components, we offer a range of events and initiatives that cater to the needs and interests of our members. We encourage continuous learning, personal growth, and professional development, and provide resources and support to help our members achieve their goals.
News & Articles
African Women Demand Urgent Action Against Gender-based Violence at GIMAC Meeting
The Gender Matter My Agenda Campaign (GIMAC), a coalition of 400 African civil society organizations, feminist activists, and human rights advocates, has issued a powerful call for the immediate ratification and implementation of the African Union Convention on the...
Maternal Mortality in Africa: Addressing the Crisis and Advocating for Change
For many women around the world, pregnancy is a time of anticipation and joy. It is a period marked by dreams of motherhood, of cradling a newborn and watching a life unfold. But for too many women in Africa, pregnancy carries an ominous shadow—a reality where...
Kenya’s violence epidemic: women train to fight back
From the young woman brutally murdered and dismembered in a rental apartment to an Olympic runner set on fire by her estranged boyfriend, Kenya is witnessing a troubling rise in violence against women. The alarming increase in femicides—gender-based killings—has...