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In East Africa, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom has been managing projects in Tanzania and Kenya from 1991. Since the early 1990s, Tanzania has been going through a political and economic transition process towards a pluralistic political system and a free market economy.
The Foundation supports its partners to build political leadership and party structures. We assist in strengthening civil society for democratic legitimate governance that guarantees and protects freedom of opinion, freedom of assembly, accountability and that creates opportunities for development and growth. The Foundation supports political partners to foster pluralistic societies and multiparty political
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Tanzanian Maasai voices in transformative bid to tackle early marriages and GBV
Traditional female circumcisers abandon their tools and to join hands with women and male elders to end risky traditional practices. They now favour transformative socio-economic empowerment, a decision that is significantly changing the face and fate of women and girls in their community. This collective effort is fostering a safer and more equitable environment, heralding a new era of health, education, and opportunity for future generations.
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A Critical Third-Eye Lens
As a Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation at ACT Wazalendo, my journey into the world of electoral observation has been a transformative one. Coming from the historical hub of election chaos in Zanzibar, I had the opportunity to participate in an International Election Observer Mission in South Africa from 24th to 31st May 2024, which proved to be a profound learning experience. This article aims to share the insights and lessons I've gathered, while exploring the nuanced and flexible nature of democracy across the African continent.
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Save the girls
Find out how a foundation project with KWIECO is supporting the Maasai community on Kilimanjaro to overcome the cruel tradition of genital mutilation. Despite the ban, girls are circumcised at Christmas time. Read the moving story of Nanyori and the courageous change in her village.
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The Perception of the Ukraine War Among African Populations
A survey commissioned by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom finds that 77% of Tanzanians are against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, despite the government’s refusal to condemn the war at the UN. The finding is reflective of a broader pattern across Eastern and Southern Africa, which highlights the increasing disconnect between citizens views, and the actions, or lack thereof, of their representatives at the national level.
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Challenging Social Norms that Violate the Rights of Women in Maasai Communities
The Maasai community is known globally for its vibrant traditions, culture, and dress code. Behind the beauty of the culture and smiles, women are living in the darkness of poverty and suppressive cultural practices. A Maasai girl is considered a source of wealth for the family, thus “property of her father”, that she can be married off at tender age to an elderly man and in case the husband passes on, she will be “inherited” by her in-laws especially the husbands’ brother or eldest son.
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Inspiring Women 2022
It is not easy and I realised that all over the world, women are facing common challenges that men do not face in the same leadership roles. Our communities expect so much from women but at the same time, they need us to be careful and follow their rules. Our societies think that if a woman becomes a leader or politician, she should not dress in a certain way and she should communicate in a certain way, something that is not expected from men.
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How Kijana Inuka Project Esteems Youths To Engage Self-Employment
We all know that the level of skills imparted to the youth in entrepreneurship determines their ability to comprehend the concepts involved in the business operations including production, management, and marketing that is why the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) deserves a praise on enlightening the youth (who are the majority in the population) and energetic to promote economic growth in the country.
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"I’m very grateful to the Friedrich Naumann Foundation. I've had connections with the Foundation for quite some time. In fact, about ten or fifteen years ago, I attended a training session at their centre in Germany focused on leadership. At the time, I was the leader of the opposition, and I was pleasantly surprised when I learnt that the Foundation wanted to honour me. Moreover, I would be the first sitting President to receive this honour, as previous recipients were typically recognised while in opposition. I feel greatly honoured to be receiving the Africa Freedom Prize from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation. I see this as an acknowledgment of the principles and beliefs I stand for, as well as a way to promote liberalism—even though liberalism sometimes carries a negative connotation. I was part of a movement that replaced a party in power for 43 years, and similarly, the ANC in South Africa lost its majority, reshaping the political landscape. Now we have a liberal government in Seychelles, and a liberal influence in South Africa and Zambia. People are increasingly recognising the value of liberalism. This prize is not only a recognition but also a reminder to keep working hard for our people and to remain true servants of the people. I’m both happy and grateful." President Wavel Ramakalwan. #FNFreedomPrize #Up4Democracy https://www.freiheit.org/sub-saharan-africa/intergenerational-co-leadership-and-future-freedom-africa
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Thank you to President Wavel Ramkalawan of the Seychelles for joining us at Weber House today. President Wavel is in South Africa to receive the 2024 Africa Freedom Prize. The #FNFreedomPrize is currently LIVE here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/XUH6FpkHbUg?si=0tiV6yLWn_HbHN5P
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The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom's Sub-Saharan Africa regional office recently hosted a training session for National Unity Platform #Uganda 🇺🇬 trainers in Johannesburg. The "Promoting Civil Liberties in East Africa" publication sparked interest among the trainees. FNF is committed to advancing civil liberties and freedoms across Africa. You can find the publication here 👉 https://bit.ly/3YEUwzf
