Lobito – The vice-governor of Benguela for the Political, Economic and Social área, Lídia Amaro, said on Wednesday, that African Women are still facing discrimination, gender-based violence and institutional barriers to achieve full equality.
Lídia Amaro was speaking at a lecture on African Women's Day, celebrated today, and called for the union of men and women in a collective struggle for a future where women have more freedom to dream and achieve their goals.
"The responsibility does not just lie with women, but with society as a whole," she warned.
Lídia Amaro argues that it is an obligation to promote a political and social environment that guarantees opportunity and equality, investing in initiatives that promote the development of real inclusion and combat all forms of discrimination.
"Today, I want to dedicate my praise to today's heroines, who daily face unimaginable challenges for the survival of their families, whose strength and resilience are an example for all women", she emphasized.
The deputy governor recalled historical figures such as Wangari Muta Maathai, the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize, for her contribution to sustainable development and democracy, and Miriam Makeba, whose "powerful voice" became the symbol of resistance against the apartheid in South Africa.
"Throughout the history of Angola, women have played essential roles, both in daily life and in critical moments in the fight for independence and peace", she recalled.
He also spoke of the need to praise the achievements of anonymous women such as zungueiras, farmers, fishmongers and other sectors who, every day, feed their families and communities.
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