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The annual Women in Law Vienna conference is becoming an important platform for global engagement and for building strong networks among women in the legal profession.

The Adinkra symbol of the Akans represents the essence of learning—Nea Onim—which loosely translates to “(s)he who does not know can learn”—a symbol emphasizing the importance and pursuit of knowledge through lifelong learning.

Women in law convene in Nairobi, charting bold strategies for gender equality, mentorship, and systemic reform across Africa.

Oraro & Company Advocates becomes Kenya’s first law firm to adopt IAWL’s GELC Model Policy for gender equality in the legal profession.

IAWL-LSK MoU paves the way for strategic collaboration to support women in law in Kenya.

Women lawyers renew energy at the Women's Breakfast at the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) annual conference in Diani.

IAWL honored Kenya’s trailblazing women judges at a historic book launch and awards ceremony in Nairobi.

IAWL launches WELLA in Nairobi to equip African women in law with tools for leadership, growth, and sustainable impact.

Discover how the 2025 Gender Scorecard drives equality by analyzing women’s representation in law and leadership across Africa.

Linda Kasonde shattered Zambia’s legal glass ceiling—and then held the door open for others to rise.

Mabaeng Lenyai, South Africa’s first woman president of the Law Society, reflects on purpose, leadership, and why women must rise.

Sheila Minkah-Premo is transforming Ghana’s legal landscape by championing women’s rights and legislative reform.

Pheona N. Wall led Uganda’s legal community through crisis, advancing justice and unity during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kathleen Dlepu’s bold leadership transformed South Africa’s legal profession, opening doors for women and challenging the status quo.

Michaela Swallow’s leadership journey proves women can rise, lead, and transform the legal landscape in Sierra Leone and beyond.

Cynthia Lareine is reshaping Africa’s legal landscape through bold leadership, innovation, and a deep passion for community building.

Amina Oyagbola’s story is one of purpose, mentorship, and advocacy—reshaping leadership for women in law and corporate Nigeria.

A champion for inclusive legal innovation, Nankunda Katangaza’s journey is rooted in justice, resilience, and transformative leadership.

At ENS South Africa, a powerful gathering honors Justice Yvonne Mokgoro and launches a landmark book on African women judges.

LSK’s Irene Akoth Otto speaks on women in law, leadership, and Kenya’s strides in gender equality at the IAWL-NYU side-event.