AYV News, April 17, 2026
The Executive Director of Kids Advocacy Network and Chairman of the African Women Leadership Conference, Edmond Alim B. Fornah, has received high-profile international guests ahead of the much-anticipated conference scheduled to start on Monday, April 20, 2026, in Freetown.
Among the visiting dignitaries are former President of the Central African Republic, Catherine Samba-Panza, and Sylvia Nonhlanhla Mthethwa, a Senator and entrepreneur from the Kingdom of Eswatini. The two leaders were warmly welcomed upon arrival, signaling strong continental participation in the upcoming event.
The African Women Leadership Conference is expected to serve as a key platform for dialogue, collaboration, and strategic action, bringing together women leaders from diverse sectors across Africa. Participants will engage in discussions aimed at sharing experiences, building partnerships, and inspiring the next generation of female leaders on the continent.
Speaking on the importance of the conference, Mr. Fornah noted that the initiative aligns with broader African efforts to promote gender equality, inclusive governance, and sustainable development.
In a major highlight, Sierra Leone’s President, Dr. Julius Maada Bio is expected to deliver the keynote address, underscoring the government’s support for women’s empowerment and leadership.
The organisers say the conference positions Sierra Leone as a growing hub for regional dialogue on women’s leadership and development, while reinforcing calls for greater female participation in decision-making processes across Africa.
