Angola Advocating for Gender Equality & Boosting Women's Leadership

It has also been widely acknowledged that women’s equal participation in business, political and public life is beneficial for all. It has also been recognized as a marker for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.

Women’s representation in leadership roles globally has seen gradual improvement over the past few decades. However, this growth is a relatively new phenomenon and still has a long way to go. Women have been striving hard to gain increased representation in the workforce and decision-making roles across the globe.

The current edition of The Global Woman Leader magazine celebrates varied women leaders from across Angola. The central African nation has been making gradual yet steady strides in improving women’s representation in leadership roles. in the current edition of the magazine, we feature insightful conversations with prolific women leaders from Angola. These women leaders have been craving a niche for themselves in their respective fields and act as worthy role models for young women in the country and beyond.

Featured on the cover story is Djamila Beja, Country Manager for Air France-KLM in Angola. With extensive experience in the aviation industry, she has led commercial and operational initiatives, contributing to growth and sustainability. Known for her resilient leadership, Djamila fosters team development and collaborates with local stakeholders to drive industry progress.

We also feature an interaction with Sonia Leitao, Director & co-founder of L&L Engenharia. With over 500 close-knit employees, L&L Engenharia, drives meaningful change by finding solutions for the betterment of communities and national development. For Sonia, entrepreneurship was never just about building a business, it was about creating opportunities. At L&L Engenharia, she plays a pivotal role in managing operations while ensuring the company actively contributes to Angola’s progress.

Read more about these women leaders and the secret to their success.

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