Advancing Social and Economic Justice for African Women through Reparations
Pan-African Women's Day 2025 - Celebrating 63 Years of PAWO Legacy
Tanzania
Historic Significance
Dar es Salaam holds profound significance as the birthplace of PAWO in 1962, making it the perfect venue for celebrating our legacy.
Reparative Justice
Advocating for comprehensive frameworks that address historical injustices and promote gender-responsive governance.
Women's Leadership
Strengthening African women's participation in decision-making processes and policy reform across the continent.
Continental Unity
Building solidarity among African women and fostering collaboration across all regions of the continent for sustainable development.
About PAWD 2025
Pan-African Women's Day 2025
Pan-African Women's Day 2025 marks a pivotal moment to celebrate the historic and ongoing contributions of African women to the continent's liberation, development, and social transformation. The theme "Advancing Social and Economic Justice for African Women through Reparations" addresses the enduring legacies of colonialism, slavery, apartheid, and systemic exploitation that continue to shape the socio-economic realities of African women and girls. This commemoration also celebrates the 63rd anniversary of the Pan African Women's Organisation (PAWO).
Venue
JNICC, Dar es Salaam
Tanzania
Date
July 31, 2025
Main Celebrations Event
Special Guest
Guest of Honor
PAWD 2025 celebrations will be graced by Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania.
Our Focus Areas
Key Advocacy Themes
Explore the critical areas where we advocate for African women's rights and social justice through reparations
Gender Justice & Accountability
- • Comprehensive reparative justice frameworks
- • Addressing historical injustices and exploitation
- • Gender-responsive governance and policy making
Economic Empowerment
- • Land ownership and property rights for women
- • Access to credit and financial services
- • Reducing unpaid care work through social policies
Education & Healthcare
- • Quality education for women and girls
- • Universal access to gender-responsive healthcare
- • Decolonizing education systems and curricula
Violence Prevention & Protection
- • Eliminating violence against women and girls
- • Support for conflict-affected women
- • Implementation of protective frameworks
Legal Reform & Rights
- • Ratification of continental instruments
- • Harmonizing customary and statutory laws
- • Protection of women's land and natural resource rights
Leadership & Representation
- • Women's participation in decision-making
- • Leadership in transitional justice processes
- • Building capacity among young women advocates
Event Schedule
Pan-African Women's Day 2025 Schedule
National Townhalls (July 1-30, 2025)
Throughout July 2025, PAWO National Representatives will organize in-person or virtual townhalls across the continent, providing platforms for dialogue, knowledge sharing, and advocacy on the PAWD 2025 theme.
Continental Coordination
- • Week 1 (July 1-7): Central Africa - Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon
- • Week 2 (July 8-14): East Africa - Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Uganda
- • Week 3 (July 15-21): North Africa - Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia
- • Week 4 (July 22-28): Southern & West Africa - All remaining AU member states
Townhall Components
- • Panel Discussions: Featuring diverse stakeholders including women, girls, civil society organizations, and government officials
- • Knowledge Sharing: Presentations on reparative justice, gender equality, and women's leadership
- • Advocacy Training: Building capacity among young women advocates and grassroots communities
- • Local Engagement: Country-specific discussions on implementing continental instruments
Expected Outcomes
National townhalls will serve as preparatory events for the main celebration, building momentum across the continent and ensuring broad participation in advancing the PAWD 2025 theme of social and economic justice through reparations.
Main Celebrations Event (July 31, 2025)
The pinnacle of PAWD 2025 celebrations in Dar es Salaam, bringing together PAWO Members, AU representatives, development partners, civil society organizations, women and girls from across the continent.
Morning Program
- • 9:00 AM: Registration and Welcome - Delegates from across Africa arrive and register
- • 9:30 AM: Opening Ceremony - PAWO leadership and distinguished guests
- • 10:00 AM: Keynote Address - "Advancing Social and Economic Justice Through Reparations"
- • 10:30 AM: Panel Discussion - "Historical Injustices and Gender-Responsive Reparations"
- • 11:30 AM: Coffee Break and Networking
Afternoon Activities
- • 12:00 PM: Storytelling Sessions - African women sharing experiences and achievements
- • 1:00 PM: Lunch and Exhibition Showcase - Women-led initiatives and PAWO's 63-year journey
- • 2:30 PM: Workshop: "Strengthening Women's Leadership in Decision-Making"
- • 3:30 PM: Panel: "Ratification and Implementation of Continental Instruments"
- • 4:30 PM: Recognition Ceremony - Outstanding contributions by PAWO members
Evening Celebration
Cultural performances celebrating African women's heritage, networking dinner, and the official closing ceremony marking PAWO's 63rd anniversary and commitment to advancing women's rights across the continent.
Communication Campaign (Throughout July 2025)
A coordinated social media campaign (#PAWD2025) running throughout July, amplifying African women's achievements and engaging a broad audience on the PAWD theme.
Digital Engagement Strategy
- • #PAWD2025: Official hashtag for all campaign content and user-generated posts
- • Daily Features: Highlighting achievements of African women and girls across all sectors
- • Live Updates: Real-time coverage of national townhalls and the main event
- • Interactive Content: Polls, Q&As, and discussion forums on reparations and gender justice
- • Multimedia Content: Photos, videos, and infographics showcasing PAWO's impact
Platform Coverage
- • Facebook & Instagram: Visual storytelling and community engagement
- • Twitter/X: Real-time updates and thought leadership content
- • LinkedIn: Professional networking and policy discussions
- • YouTube: Documentary content and panel discussions
- • TikTok: Engaging young women and youth advocates
Campaign Objectives
Raise awareness about PAWD 2025 theme, promote national townhalls and main event, engage continental and diaspora communities, and build momentum for advancing social and economic justice for African women through reparations.
Resource Mobilization (Ongoing Initiative)
PAWO national representatives are encouraged to collaborate with partners to mobilize resources for local celebrations, ensuring broad participation and impact across the continent.
Partnership Development
- • Government Partnerships: Collaboration with national ministries and local authorities
- • Development Partners: Engagement with UN agencies, international NGOs, and bilateral donors
- • Private Sector: Corporate social responsibility programs and women-led businesses
- • Civil Society: Women's organizations and community-based groups
- • Academic Institutions: Universities and research organizations focusing on gender studies
Resource Categories
- • Financial Resources: Funding for events, logistics, and participant support
- • Technical Expertise: Facilitators, speakers, and content development specialists
- • Media Support: Communication platforms and promotional materials
- • Venue Support: Conference facilities and event spaces
- • In-Kind Contributions: Catering, transportation, and accommodation services
Expected Impact
Successful resource mobilization will ensure comprehensive coverage of PAWD 2025 activities across all AU member states, maximizing participation and impact in advancing the theme of social and economic justice for African women.
Distinguished Leaders
TENTATIVE LIST OF EXTERNAL LEADERS
(EXCO) MEMBERS
Pan African Women's Organization Executive Committee Members
To Attend Prior to the Main Event on 31st July, 2025
H.E. Iipinge Eunice
Position: PRESIDENT
Country: Namibia
City: Windhoek
H.E Assetou Koite
Position: Honorary PAWO President
Country: Senegal
City: Dakar
Rt. Hon. Kabayo Grace
Position: Secretary General
Country: Uganda
City: Kampala
Hon. Dlamini Bathabile
Position: Vice President: Southern African Regional
Country: South Africa
City: Johannesburg
Amb. Dr. Mary Khimulu
Position: Vice President: East African Region
Country: Kenya
City: Nairobi
Dr. Susan Alphonce Kolimba
Position: Executive Secretary: East Africa Region
Country: Tanzania
City: Dar-Es-Salaam
Vice President
Position: Vice President: North Africa
Country: Algeria
City: Algiers
To be confirmedHon. Madeleine Tefak
Position: Vice President: Central Africa Region
Country: Cameroon
City: Yaounde
Hon. Amalia Maria Alexandre
Position: Executive Secretary: Southern African Region
Country: Angola
City: Luanda
Mrs. Maimouna Souley Kimba
Position: Executive Secretary: West Africa Region
Country: Niger
City: Niamey
Djerbi Radhika
Position: Executive Secretary: North Africa Region
Country: Tunisia
City: Tunis
Fathya Abdulla
Position: Control Commission
Country: Libya
City: Tripoli
Hon. Betty Kaseke
Position: UN Representative
Country: Zimbabwe
City: Harare
To Be Confirmed
Position: Geneva Representative
Country: Sahrawi
City: TBC
Details to be updatedHon. Becas Mateus
Position: Control Commission
Country: Mozambique
City: Maputo
| # | NAME | PAWO POSITION | COUNTRY | CITY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | H.E. Iipinge Eunice | PRESIDENT | Namibia | Windhoek |
| 2 | H.E Assetou Koite | Honorary PAWO President | Senegal | Dakar |
| 3 | Rt. Hon. Kabayo Grace | Secretary General | Uganda | Kampala |
| 4 | Hon. Dlamini Bathabile | Vice President: Southern African Regional | South Africa | Johannesburg |
| 5 | Amb. Dr. Mary Khimulu | Vice President: East African Region | Kenya | Nairobi |
| 6 | Dr. Susan Alphonce Kolimba | Executive Secretary: East Africa Region | Tanzania | Dar-Es-Salaam |
| 7 | Vice President To be confirmed | Vice President: North Africa | Algeria | Algiers |
| 8 | Hon. Madeleine Tefak | Vice President: Central Africa Region | Cameroon | Yaounde |
| 9 | Hon. Amalia Maria Alexandre | Executive Secretary: Southern African Region | Angola | Luanda |
| 10 | Mrs. Maimouna Souley Kimba | Executive Secretary: West Africa Region | Niger | Niamey |
| 11 | Djerbi Radhika | Executive Secretary: North Africa Region | Tunisia | Tunis |
| 12 | Fathya Abdulla | Control Commission | Libya | Tripoli |
| 13 | Hon. Betty Kaseke | UN Representative | Zimbabwe | Harare |
| 15 | To Be Confirmed Details to be updated | Geneva Representative | Sahrawi | TBC |
| 16 | Hon. Becas Mateus | Control Commission | Mozambique | Maputo |
Important Notes
- • This is a tentative list and subject to confirmation
- • All EXCO members are invited to attend prior to the main event on July 31st, 2025
- • Final attendance confirmation will be updated as received
About Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Dar es Salaam holds profound historical significance as the birthplace of the Pan African Women's Organisation (PAWO). It was in this vibrant city in July 1962 that the first Pan African Women's Conference took place, uniting women from across newly independent African nations to lay the foundation for collective action and solidarity. Tanzania, being one of the countries led by a female president—Her Excellency Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, the 6th President of the United Republic of Tanzania—continues to symbolize the progress and leadership of women in Africa, further reinforcing the city's legacy in championing women's empowerment across the continent.
Historic Significance
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Birthplace of PAWO in 1962
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Symbol of Pan-African women's unity
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Hub of African liberation movements
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Center for gender equality advocacy
Event Facilities
PAWD 2025 will be hosted at premier venues in Dar es Salaam, featuring modern conference facilities, exhibition spaces, and networking areas that honor the legacy of women's leadership and provide an inspiring setting for dialogue and collaboration.
The Mission
Objectives
The primary objective of PAWD 2025 is to advance the call for social and economic justice for African women through reparations and to commemorate and celebrate the historic and ongoing contributions of African women to the continent's liberation and development, marking the 63rd anniversary of PAWO.
Comprehensive Reparative Justice
Advocate for comprehensive reparative justice frameworks that address the unique and intersectional experiences of African women and girls, including historical injustices and economic and social marginalization.
Women's Leadership & Participation
Strengthen the participation and leadership of African women in decision-making processes related to reparations, transitional justice, and policy reform, ensuring their voices and experiences shape outcomes.
Awareness & Capacity Building
Raise awareness and build capacity among African women and girls, young women advocates, and grassroots communities on the importance of reparations, restorative justice, and gender equality as pathways to sustainable peace and development.
Continental Instruments & Implementation
Promote the ratification and harmonization of continental instruments such as the African Union Convention on the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls (CEVAWG) and the Maputo Protocol, ensuring they are implemented in ways that prioritize gender justice and accountability.
Exhibition Opportunity
Booth Size Options & Packages
Join us at PAWD 2025 and showcase your organization's commitment to advancing African women's rights and empowerment. Choose from our tailored exhibition packages designed to maximize your visibility and impact.
Standard Booth
TZS 3,500,000
- Shell scheme booth with fascia name
- One table, two chairs, power socket
- Basic lighting
- 2 complimentary passes
- Logo in exhibition directory & website
- Social media mention
Medium Booth
TZS 7,500,000
- Larger booth with space for banners
- Product displays area
- Two tables, four chairs, power & lighting
- 4 complimentary passes
- 100-word profile in official event booklet
- Logo in press release & partner wall
Premium Booth
TZS 12,000,000
- Premium location & visibility
- Customized setup (branding panels)
- Counter table, round table, 2 sofas, 5 chairs
- Enhanced lighting and power
- 5 complimentary passes
- 1-minute video advert on venue screens
- Featured logo on landing page & banners
Key Dates
| Milestone | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Booth Booking Deadline | 20th July 2025 |
| Setup Day | 30th July 2025 |
| Exhibition Day | 31st July 2025 |
Contact for Exhibition Bookings
Phone
+255 673 935 803
Website
www.panafricanwomenday.co.tz
Book Before
20th July 2025
Frequently Asked questions
Common Questions
about PAWD 2025
Quick answers to common questions about
Pan-African Women's Day 2025 celebrations.
Pan-African Women's Day, observed annually on July 31st, celebrates the historic and ongoing contributions of African women to the continent's liberation, development, and social transformation. It also commemorates the anniversary of the Pan African Women's Organisation (PAWO), founded in 1962.
The theme for PAWD 2025 is "Advancing Social and Economic Justice for African Women through Reparations." This theme aligns with the African Union's 2025 theme and addresses the enduring legacies of historical injustices that continue to affect African women and girls.
PAWD 2025 is open to women and girls, young women advocates, civil society organizations, government officials, development partners, AU representatives, and all individuals committed to advancing gender equality and women's rights across Africa.
Activities include national townhalls throughout July, panel discussions, storytelling sessions, exhibitions showcasing women-led initiatives, networking opportunities, recognition ceremonies, and the main celebrations event on July 31st featuring diverse stakeholders from across the continent.
Dar es Salaam holds profound historical significance as the birthplace of PAWO. It was here in July 1962 that the first Pan African Women's Conference took place, making it the perfect location to honor this legacy and symbolically reaffirm our commitment to Pan-Africanism and gender equality.
PAWD 2025 Resources
Access key documents and resources about Pan-African Women's Day 2025 and advocacy for women's rights
Concept Note
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