
Women
Heads of State
Initiative
Through a range of programs, the Women Heads of State Initiative will lean on the experience of current and former leaders for the good of Africa. Their input to critical discussions could result in more inclusive outcomes across the continent. A key dimension of the initiative is to build the capacity of emerging female leaders. To this end, Africa.com delivers free online training workshops to inspire African women and girls to pursue a career in civil service.
The 2022 List of Women Heads of State
Africa.com defines Women Heads of State as women who have served as president or prime minister, including Heads of State and Heads of Government. The women must have been elected or appointed since 1970 and served for a minimum of three months. Female monarchs are not included. Africa.com’s research identified 22 women who meet this criteria and listed them in order based on the length of time in office as of 23 March 2022.
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- Prime Minister Maria das Neves Ceita Baptista de Sousa, São Tomé and Príncipe, October 2002 – September 2004
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- Prime Minister Maria do Carmo Trovoada Pires de Carvalho Silveira, São Tomé and Príncipe, June 2005 – April 2006
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- Prime Minister and President Sylvie Kinigi, Burundi, Prime Minister from July 1993 – October 1993 and President from October 1993 – February 1994
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Showcasing Africa in support of a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable future.
Africa.com is a women-led digital media company with an extensive array of platforms that reach a global audience interested in African content and community. Africa.com is committed to changing the narrative of Africa through the power of unparalleled storytelling.
In line with its mission, Africa.com seeks to inspire women & girls by recognizing Africa’s most accomplished and dynamic female leaders. Africa.com intends to encourage African women & girls to pursue the highest levels of the private sector and to be part of the decision-making process in the public sector. Africa.com’s webinars, summits, and training workshops provide free access to world-class professors, facilitators, speakers, and business leaders from across the continent and the world.