Kenya's Deputy President Spouse, Dr. Joyce Kithure, has urged women across Africa to continue advocating for their voices and contributions in the continent's development. She emphasized that Africa cannot afford to overlook the significant role women play in its progress.

• Dr. Kithure highlighted that women are at the heart of Africa's resilience and progress in various sectors, despite facing structural, cultural, and economic barriers.
• She made these remarks during the inaugural First Ladies of Africa Impact and Resilience (FLAIR) Gala & Dinner Awards held in Nairobi.
• As a scientist and educator at the University of Nairobi, Dr. Kithure stressed that empowering women leads to immense transformation, creating catalysts for growth, innovation, and generational change.