Femme Forte Uganda has announced it will launch the Virtual Museum of African Feminists, a groundbreaking digital platform dedicated to honoring the legacies of feminist icons across Africa.
The museum, set to be unveiled on March 7, 2025, ahead of International Women’s Day, stands as a tribute to the sheroes who, in many ways have and continue to pave the way for gender justice and a more equitable society.
Rooted in the wisdom and resilience of Siblings who came before us, this museum is a space to celebrate movement wins, amplify feminist narratives, and collectively build upon the foundations of liberation laid by African feminists throughout history.
Rather than merely drawing inspiration from existing frameworks, the initiative recognizes the urgent need to create alternative feminist knowledges, ones that center African art, realities, experiences, power, and radical imaginations.
This digital archive will feature feminists, such as Leymah Gbowee, Amina Mama, Sylvia Tamale, Fatou Sow, Abena Busia, Rhoda Kalema, Solome Nakaweesi, Thelma Awori, Aya Chebbi and many others, who have shaped feminist discourse and activism across the African continent.
Initially conceived as a data bank of African feminist icons and their work, this gift has evolved into a virtual museum to provide an interactive, engaging, and immersive experience.
“This museum is more than a digital archive; it is a living, breathing testament to the power of African feminist’s past, present and future,” said Penelope Sanyu, Chief Steward at Femme Forte.
“By curating these stories, we not only honor our sheroes but also commit to expanding and strengthening feminist and allied movements that love and support women.”
“I cannot wait for this launch,” shared Hellena Sakisa, a youth leader and gender activist.
“It will be empowering to see our feminist history documented in one space, knowing that our stories, struggles, and victories will be preserved for future generations.”
Key features
The museum will have interactive exhibits engaging storytelling through multimedia presentations on African feminists and their contributions.
It will also have curated materials for students, educators, and activists to deepen their understanding of African feminist movements.
The virtual museum will also ensure inclusivity and seamless engagement for a global audience.
The timing of the launch is strategic, aligning with International Women’s Day to spotlight the importance of inclusion and feminist leadership.
The museum represents Femme Forte’s offering to the broader feminist movement, a digital archive preserving the contributions of African feminists for future generations.
Launching a day before International Women’s Day 2025, the museum is Femme Forte’s contribution to the global feminist movement.
It serves as a digital monument to the legacies of African feminists, ensuring their contributions are preserved, celebrated, and serve as a catalyst for future generations of changemakers.
The Virtual Museum of African Feminists will be accessible online at https://bit.ly/3DOCVNv.
