The Tax Justice Network Africa (TJNA) extends its warmest congratulations to Akina Mama wa Afrika (AMwA) on reaching an incredible milestone. 40 years of feminist organising, leadership, and transformative action.
Since its founding in 1985, AMwA has been a cornerstone of the Pan-African feminist movement, a space where sisterhood is nurtured, voices are amplified, and leadership is cultivated. For four decades, AMwA has inspired and equipped generations of African women to lead boldly, challenge inequality, and reimagine a just and inclusive continent.
This anniversary is more than a celebration of longevity; it reflects collective power, resilience, and the courage to confront patriarchal systems that continue to shape our societies.
At TJNA, we recognise that the fight for feminist liberation and the pursuit of economic justice are deeply intertwined. Achieving women’s social, political, and economic autonomy is essential to building fair and inclusive systems that serve all Africans.
Message from our Executive Director, Ms Chenai Mukumba
“For four decades, Akina Mama wa Afrika has been a beacon of Pan-African feminist organising, cultivating visionary women leaders who continue to shape the future of our continent. The pursuit of economic justice is inseparable from feminist principles, both demand courage, collaboration, and the dismantling of deeply entrenched inequalities. The work of organisations like AMwA ensures that our advocacy for a fairer international tax system and against illicit financial flows is grounded in the lived realities of African women. AMwA’s 40 years stand as a powerful reminder that lasting change is born from collective action and shared purpose.”
Message from our Partnership and Institutional Learning Manager, Ms.Nelly Busingye
“AMwA’s legacy shines through the vibrant network of sisterhood and leadership it has built over the years, especially through the African Women’s Leadership Institute (AWLI). This milestone reminds us of the strength that comes from solidarity and shared learning within African civil society. At TJNA, we are inspired by AMwA’s revolutionary love and commitment to collective action, values that continue to unite and propel our movements toward an equitable Africa for all.”
Message from Policy Lead, Feminist Initiative, Ms.Grace Arina
“AMwA has shown us how feminist theory can be powerfully transformed into policy and action, from championing the Maputo Protocol to advancing gender-responsive economic reform. As we at TJNA push for a Pan-African Feminist Taxation Framework, we draw immense strength from AMwA’s work. They have ensured that African women’s voices are not only heard but are central to shaping policy reforms that deliver genuine justice and collective power.”
For 40 years, Akina Mama wa Afrika has shown what is possible when women lead with vision, courage, and care. At TJNA, we are proud to walk alongside them in solidarity as we continue to build an Africa where economic justice prevails and women are fully autonomous champions of change.
Here is to 40 years of impact and many more still to come.
To learn more about AMwA please visit their website: https://akinamamawaafrika.org/
