Governor Achani lauds NCCK for empowering women
The Governor of Kwale County, Her Excellency Fatuma Achani has praised the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) for their vital role in empowering women.
Speaking during a courtesy call by a delegation from NCCK and the UN Women, Governor Achani commended NCCK’s commitment to ensuring effective participation and leadership of women in the political space.
“The NCCK plays a vital role in women empowerment. We have worked together before through the Wadada wa Pawa program that ensures women voices are heard,” said Governor Achani.
The Governor pledged more collaboration to inspire girls and women to pursue leadership positions, and appealed to NCCK and UN Women to continue building the capacity of both elected and nominated female Members of County Assembly (MCAs).
“I promise to work closely with all stakeholders advocating for women and youth empowerment in Kwale County and Kenya at large,” said Governor Achani.
Governor Achani is a success story, having been empowered through the Wadada wa Pawa project to vie for a political posts, effectively run a political campaign, and win in a male-dominated field.
The interventions by NCCK boosted her visibility and profile leading to her nomination by the UDA party, and subsequently clinching of the Kwale County gubernatorial seat in the 2022 elections.
The NCCK team led by the Coast regional chairperson, Bishop Dr. Peter Mwero, were on a project evaluation visit to Kwale County. The Council has partnered with the UN Women to implement the Wadada wa Pawa project which is seeking to enhance the participation of women of all ages in politics and decision making.
