Graça Machel Trust

Her Excellency Mrs. Graça Machel was honoured at this year’s DVF (Diane von Furstenberg) Awards, which celebrate women who demonstrate remarkable courage in transforming systems and societies, while providing visionary leadership that uplifts and inspires others.  This week, CNBC aired an exclusive interview with Diane von Fürstenberg to delve deeper into the awards and highlight the exceptional moments from the event. Don’t miss the chance to watch Mrs. Machel being recognised for her impactful contributions and delivering a compelling speech.  Catch it on CNBC at the following times (CET):  Saturday, 14 December - 10:00   - 18:00  Sunday, 15 December  - 07:00   - 16:00   - 19:00  Monday, 16 December - 23:00  Tania Bryer OBE Leila Akahloun Wokedje Homawoo #GraçaMachelTrust

Losing time and money trying to figure out mentorship and how to get involved? Leave the heavy lifting to us and sign-up with our Women Creating Wealth Mentorship programme today! Through mentorship, you and your business leaders can help support women entrepreneurs as they navigate the challenges of business whilst advancing their skills and resilience. Depending on your needs, you’re welcome to request matches with individuals in specific sectors or countries. This approach allows you as a mentor to make an impact that resonates not only within the entrepreneurial community but also strengthens your own objectives. Imagine the difference we can make together – by sharing expertise, and building a legacy of success for women-led businesses. Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c5xno

Today, on UNICEF Day for Change, we are reminded of the vital role children play in shaping the future. They are not only the leaders of tomorrow but also significant contributors to the progress we need today. This aligns closely with the vision of the Graça Machel Trust’s Adol Movement, which is committed to ensuring that every child, in Africa, has the opportunity to start life with a strong foundation to realise their full potential. It is with great pride that we celebrate the expansion of the Adolescent Girls’ Movement into Zambia. Following its successful launch last month, the movement is set to make a meaningful impact, supporting adolescent girls as they work towards a brighter and more equitable future. Dalreé de Lange #GraçaMachelTrust

Entrepreneurship can be a long and lonely journey. This is where mentorship can make a meaningful difference – and you can help! By volunteering as a mentor or referring someone, you offer essential guidance and encouragement to women-led businesses during this critical season. All it takes is one session per month, and the impact is profound. Let’s come together to support entrepreneurs as they review, re-strategize, and look to grow. Interested? Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c5xno

DAY 13: 16 DAYS OF GENDER ACTIVISM   BE PART OF THE SOLUTION: JOIN THE MOVEMENT! The Graça Machel Trust (GMT) is a leading advocate for children's rights and women's empowerment in Africa, driving social, economic, and political progress through amplified women's movements and protected children's rights. Its flagship The Graça Machel Trust Women Creating Wealth Programme (WCW) empowers women entrepreneurs to scale their businesses, transitioning from income generation to wealth and job creation. Having impacted 2,000 women across 7 African countries, #WCW aims to expand to 10,000 businesswomen, generating $1 billion in turnover and 200,000 jobs within 5 years   Economic stability is crucial for women's empowerment. The GMT WCW #incubation and #acceleration program is bridging this gap by building entrepreneurial capacity for female entrepreneurs. Organizations supporting women's rights can learn from GMT's approach or collaborate with them to enhance their capacity-building programs. Ultimately, women's empowerment without economic stability is incomplete.   Be the change and invest in a gender-equal future: support women's entrepreneurship in Africa!   Naeem A. Muhammad James Chaperepetenga James Nakhate Felix Salaniponi Patricia Yasha Manyengo John Nyekanyeka Samuel Lupeska Thoko Kandodo Thoko Njoloma Thoko Mafubza Thokozani Amanda Chimasula Thokozani Unyolo Thokozani Mambere Dunia Phiri Mphande Doreen Makamba Thom Terre des Hommes Netherlands ECPAT International Defence for Children International - International Secretariat Norwegian Church Aid / Kirkens Nødhjelp Norwegian Church Aid Malawi Oxfam International Christian Aid Malawi CARE Malawi Plan International UN Women ActionAid Malawi The Comesa Federation of Women in Business (COMFWB) International Labour Organization UNDP Malawi Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation #NoExcuse #WomenInBusiness #GenderEquality #EmpoweringWomen #Entrepreneurship #EconomicStability #BreakingBarriers #InspiringStories #16DaysOfActivism

As a business owner, you know the value of strong leadership. But what if your leaders could grow their skills while making a real difference in the lives of others? Our mentorship program offers a unique opportunity for the leaders and managers in your organization to support women entrepreneurs, sharpen their leadership abilities, and contribute to a movement that drives meaningful change. By mentoring, they’ll not only build their own capacity but also inspire and uplift others—creating a lasting impact that benefits your business, the community, and future generations.   Are your leaders ready to take the next step in their journey? Join us and help shape the future of women entrepreneurs! Apply here: https://shorturl.at/c5xno

Moral courage is our responsibility as humans to stand for what's right, not only for ourselves but our fellow humans around the world. Read how our Founder and Deputy Chair of The Elders Foundation Mama Graça Machel, reflects how the challenges we face today, create an opportunity for us to do the right thing. #Graçamaheltrust

Last week at the Graça Machel Trust Graça Machel Trust graduation, our MD and head #financialadvisor Phumelele Ndumo won the Business Excellence Award. our heartfelt gratitude to the Trust for hosting this amazing program. All those involved learned so much about how to improve our business practices and we have been equipped with so much knowledge. Thank you! #GracaMachelTrust #ThuthukaSA #WomenCreatingWealth #MoneyGoals4Life #africatrade #womeninbusiness

Last week, the Graça Machel Trust Malawi Advocacy team held a collaborative meeting with host organisations and our valued implementation partners and other stakeholders. The session was focused on reviewing key initiatives, assessing progress, and identifying systemic challenges that impact advocacy efforts. Together, we explored opportunities to strengthen our strategies and refine our approach to driving impactful outcomes. A significant highlight of the meeting was the development of our 2025 work plan - with renewed energy and a collective commitment, we are more excited than ever for the year ahead and the possibilities it holds! #GraçaMachelTrust

We truly stand on the shoulders of giants. Over the past week, we had the opportunity to spend time with the pioneers of development, who highlighting accomplishments and outlined our responsibilities as a generation to promote equity and inclusion. We extend our heartfelt thanks to H.E. Mama Graca Machel and Mama Zanele Mbeki. We discussed the progress made on financial inclusion and the gaps that still prevent women from accessing resources. We extend our appreciation for the support to our host country networks, including Caroline Amstrong from New Faces New Voices Kenya, Theopista Ntale from New Faces New Voices (NFNV) Uganda and Vida from NABW #Tanzania, our Deputy Governors of Central Bank DG Sauda #Tanzania and DG Tukiya #Zambia and Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Dr Monique Nsanzabaganwa. All our speakers and sisters from IWFSA Organisation. Our appreciation to all the Graça Machel Trust team, our partnership Mastercard Foundation, Natalie Africa from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Ms Ayanda Mafuleka Fasset (Finance and Accounting Services Seta), Visa Foundation and the The Conference Company Ltd that made the summit a success.The Graça Machel Trust Women Creating Wealth Programme Bank of Tanzania WDB Investment Holdings WDB Trust NEW FACES NEW VOICES RWANDA