Four South African women reflect on the complex and eventful life of Winnie Mandela, one of Africa’s most significant figures. Chaired by Lebo Mashile, Gail Smith, Busisiwe C Seabe and Sisonke Msimang will take a close look at the enduring legacy of a woman who, even in death, is loved, embraced and revered by her 

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Across Africa, young people have become increasingly vocal about the failures of leadership. Yet, youth contribution to public policy remains at a minimum. Kadaria Ahmed will chair a conversation with Wumpini F Mohammed, Rinsola Abiola and Boniface Mwangi who will examine the causes of political apathy among the youth and identify ways to encourage them 

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The ‘angry black woman’ trope has often been deployed to silence black women who are vocal in driving social movements and demanding real social change. This panel will discuss the importance of harnessing this anger and frustration as a means to an end. Arit Okpo speaks to Kelechi Okafor and Afua Hirsch, to explore the 

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Where it cannot be suppressed and controlled, sexual desire in African women is weaponised. It is policed by religion and regulated by archaic cultural traditions. The idea of African women embracing their sensuality is a bone in Patriarchy’s throat. Chaired by Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah, Tlaleng Mofokeng, Valentine Njoroge and Pamela Udoka will explore the irrationality 

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Chaired by Maryam Mohammed Aliko, mental health advocates Leyla Hussein, William Ebiti and Hauwa Ojeifo will discuss Africa’s preparation for the inevitable continent-wide crises. How will the African continent rise to the challenge when it still stigmatises mental health challenges? This panel will review the long-term effects of social isolation and explore how to strengthen 

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