The BBC reveals its list of 100 inspirational and innovative women for 2017, and amongst them are 7 Africans including, Pop Diva Tiwa Savage and Kenyan radio presenter Adelle Onyango.
The annual series – which shines a light on issues affecting women all over the world – is this year encouraging women to make a change.
Also featuring on the list are 7 other Africans which include; Anne-Marie Imafidon (Nigeria) Adelle Onyango (Kenya) Anita Nderu (Kenya) Chaima Lahsini (Morroco), Ellen Johnson Sirleaf(Liberia), Marieme Jamme (Senegal), Naomi Mwaura (Kenya) and Talent Jumo(Zimbabwe)
Speaking on the list BBC says:
This year, the women on the list will be part of the 100 Women Challenge, tackling some of the biggest problems facing women around the world.
Coming together in four teams, the women will share their experiences and create innovative ways to tackle:
- The glass ceiling – #Teamlead
- Female illiteracy – #Teamread
- Street harassment – #Teamgo
- Sexism in sport – #Teamplay
The list at the moment only has 60 names on it but as time progresses more women who have taken up the challenge in some way will be added to the list.
To see the full list of women from across the globe, click here.
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