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The Advocacy for Women and Youth Empowerment recognised women for contributions in education, healthcare, politics, and entrepreneurship.
The Advocacy for Women and Youth Empowerment (AWYE) honoured 30 women for their leadership and contributions to national development at its 8th annual awards ceremony on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Waterloo.
30 women from the Western Area Rural District were picked from 157 nominations over three months, and their work spans education, healthcare, politics, entrepreneurship, women's empowerment and community development. Deputy Opposition Whip in Parliament Kemokoh Conteh urged the awardees to support one another as Waterloo faces growing development challenges.
AWYE Executive Director Ibrahim Marvel Kamara announced the launch of the 2026 Award Magazine and appealed for US$20,000 to secure an operational office. Susue Women's Finance CEO Naasu Genevieve Fofanah, who launched the magazine, encouraged women to embrace entrepreneurship and financial independence.