OWSD has been working hard in Africa since 1997 to improve the number and quality of women scientists. Our first President, Lydia Makubu was from Swaziland. Our fellowships programme has provided full PhD scholarships to over 270 women from sub-Saharan Africa. We have 53 host institutes in 16 African countries..

Africa

Coordinator: Olubukola Babalola

There is so much scientific knowledge and talent to be harnessed in Africa.

In 42 Countries

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Nigeria

1667 Members

6 PhD Fellows

61 PhD Graduates

8 Awardees

The OWSD Nigeria National Chapter was founded in 2010 and is based at the Department of Physics, University of Uyo. There are sub-chapters based at: the University of Lagos; Obafemi Awolowo University; Ekiti State University; the University of Benin (Nigeria); Federal University of Technology Akure; Federal University of Technology Owerri; Michael Opara University of Agriculture, Umudike; University of Uyo; Afe Babalola University; Lagos State University; South East Zone; Osun State University; and University of Port Harcourt.

Contact person:

Professor Olayinka I. Nwachukwu
nwachukwu.olayinka@mouau.edu.ng
T.+2348157558049

Grace Ajayi

Agricultural Sciences

Bunmi Deborah Millennial-Oriagbo

Computing and Information Technology

Tolulope Olayemi James

Mathematical sciences

Funmilayo Bimpe Offiong

Engineering sciences

Grace A. Nwankwo

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Ijeoma Joy AGBAI

Chemical Sciences

Olaoluwa Obisesan

Chemical Sciences

Shakirat Sobola

Computing and Information Technology

Chukwunonyerem Ogwunga

Biological Systems and Organisms

Obioma Onukwube

Mathematical sciences

Catherine Nwachukwu

Computing and Information Technology

Chinonye Victoria Ekweogu

Engineering sciences

Priscilla Abara

Biological Systems and Organisms

Doris Chinyere Obiano

Fidelia Chinenye Kiwu-Lawrence

Mathematical sciences

Christy Nwachi

Social and Economic Sciences

South Africa

437 Members

18 PhD Fellows

53 PhD Graduates

1 Awardee

Contact person:

Dr Caroline Pule
owsd.sanc@gmail.com

Varsha Bangalee

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Suereta Fortuin

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Gillian Mahumane

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Unarine Matodzi

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Ndakhona Bashingi

Engineering sciences

Razia Mansoor

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Zukiswa Roboji

Social and Economic Sciences

Alisa Phulukdaree

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Nyarai Tunjera

Computing and Information Technology

Nonhlanhla Vilakazi

Biological Systems and Organisms

Ronicka Mudaly

Biological Systems and Organisms

Joyce Mahlako Tsoka-Gwegweni

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Remilekun Akanbi

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Nomthandazo Mabena

Chemical Sciences

Nivarya Naidoo

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Melissa de Kock

Kenya

346 Members

15 PhD Fellows

24 PhD Graduates

6 Early Career Fellows

1 Awardee

The OWSD Kenya National Chapter was established in August 2014. Its primary focus is on mentorship and encouragement of girls and women in Science and Technology. It is also involved in partnerships with the private sector, networking and capacity-building of members through regular meetings and activities, including the organization of OWSD regional conferences.

Contact person:

Zipporah Wanjiku
owsdke@gmail.com

Purity Apiyo Oreng'

Biological Systems and Organisms

Pamela Ondiek

Chemical Sciences

Njeri Kareithi

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Lilian Mbaisi Ang'ang'o

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Leah Mwendwa

Phyllis Kalele

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Sylvia Buleti

Agricultural Sciences

Jedidah Nankaya

Social and Economic Sciences

Emily Awuor Ouma

Margaret Karanja

Amai Ikamari

Mathematical sciences

Kathleen Musungu

Biological Systems and Organisms

Patricia Wamukota

Biological Systems and Organisms

Mumbi Kamau

Biological Systems and Organisms

Rachael Kibuku

Computing and Information Technology

Joy Riungu

Engineering sciences

Zimbabwe

278 Members

11 PhD Fellows

19 PhD Graduates

The OWSD Zimbabwe National Chapter, hosted at the Zimbabwe Academy of Sciences, was launched in November 2018. Among its objectives are: to facilitate research collaborations nationally and internationally; to initiate research projects relevant to national development; to familiarize members with patent procedures and other aspects of entrepreneurship; and to generate scholarship funding for girls to study science.

Contact person:

Fortunate Farirai
owsdzimbabwe@gmail.com

Sinikiwe Dube

Agricultural Sciences

Nyasha Simbisai Chidzonga

Eva Tsitsi Chigodo

Computing and Information Technology

Jane Tendere

Mathematical sciences

Upenyu Naume Mupfiga

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

RATIDZO YVONNE NCUBE nee NYAKUDYA

Engineering sciences

Nyasha Makuve

Chemical Sciences

Farisai Caroline Chibage

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Rumbidzai Muvunzi

Engineering sciences

Natsayi Chiwaye

Engineering sciences

Muchaneta Patience Jerahuni

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Portia Kuzivakwashe Mafukidze

Mathematical sciences

Sibonokuhle Fortune Ncube

Biological Systems and Organisms

Marizvikuru Mwale

Agricultural Sciences

Temperance Sebele

Social and Economic Sciences

Chipo Mufudza Zidana (Nee Mufudza)

Mathematical sciences

Ghana

282 Members

6 PhD Fellows

14 PhD Graduates

5 Early Career Fellows

2 Awardees

Originally established in 1988, the Ghana National Chapter was re-launched in November 2018. It organizes workshops and other activities to develop the careers of female scientists. It also promotes the visibility of OWSD programmes and activities in local high schools to encourage young women to take up studies in the sciences. It is based at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

Contact person:

Vivian Etsiapa Boamah
etsiapa@yahoo.com

Mawulawoe Awity

Agricultural Sciences

Latifatu Mohammed

Engineering sciences

Afua Kobi Ampem Genfi

Jane Esi Monkah

Mathematical sciences

Olayinka Naa Dzama Wilson-Kofi

Computing and Information Technology

Genevieve Etornam Adukpo

Chemical Sciences

Aba Akebi Atta-Eyison

Chemical Sciences

Helen Akolgo-Azupogo

Social and Economic Sciences

Gloria Armah

Mathematical sciences

Priscilla Badaweh Coffie

Social and Economic Sciences

Constance Afoakwah

Mary Wetani Agoriwo

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Helen Djang-Fordjour

Agricultural Sciences

Juliana Mana Edor

Chemical Sciences

Ayishetu Sumaila

Agricultural Sciences

Loretta Obeng Mensah

Social and Economic Sciences

Cameroon

209 Members

16 PhD Fellows

31 PhD Graduates

3 Early Career Fellows

1 Awardee

The OWSD Cameroon National Chapter was established in March 2019, hosted at the University of Yaounde I. Among its activities are: setting up STEM clubs in secondary schools; collecting data on gender statistics and participation of women in STEM research; teaching and governance; advocating for policies for gender mainstreaming in science and women's equal access to educational training and resources; and providing training and resources for women scientists, for career development and work-life balance.

Contact person:

Nangah Che Randy
owsdcam@gmail.com

Che Randy Nangah

Chemical Sciences

Djogang Lucie Karelle

Chemical Sciences

Touangnou Djingui Sabine

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Tchoula Mamiafo Corinne

NGATA NGADJUI Laurence

Agricultural Sciences

Françoise Danielle MESSU MANDENG

Biological Systems and Organisms

Na-ah Raissa Fon

Biological Systems and Organisms

Oulianovie Guessom Kamgue

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Yolande Sandrine Mengue Ngadena

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Kenfack Tiofack Saurelle

Chemical Sciences

Kameni Mireille

Biological Systems and Organisms

Diddi Hamadjoda DJAMILATOU

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Komguem Francine Vanelle

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Nathalie MWEUGANG NGOUOPO

Agricultural Sciences

Queenta Nji

Biological Systems and Organisms

Mafogang Borelle

Chemical Sciences

Tanzania

150 Members

5 PhD Fellows

8 PhD Graduates

4 Early Career Fellows

The OWSD Tanzania National Chapter was established in February 2019. It is hosted at the Open University of Tanzania (OUT) in Dar es Salaam. Among the National Chapter's activities are outreach to young women in secondary schools and universities to encourage their participation in STEM, organizing training and workshops on career advancement for early career women scientists, fostering peer mentorship programmes for women scientists and engineers, and conducting research on STEM-related projects.

Contact person:

Zainab Katima
zaykatima@hotmail.com

Mwanaisha Mkangara

Juliana Kamaghe

Engineering sciences

Oliva Safari

Mathematical sciences

Caroline Massanga

Social and Economic Sciences

Pamela Chogo

Computing and Information Technology

Paulina Shao

Computing and Information Technology

Maria Chrisostom Mumena

Mathematical sciences

Rhoda Mutalemwa

Engineering sciences

Hilda Mwangakala

Computing and Information Technology

Rehema Mashaka Ramadhan

Suzana Augustino Nhemati

Agricultural Sciences

Philipina Shayo

Agricultural Sciences

ShalliRosena Mbwette

Engineering sciences

Dorothy Ngajilo

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Sauda Njila

Engineering sciences

Fatuma Simba

Computing and Information Technology

Rwanda

96 Members

5 PhD Fellows

6 PhD Graduates

2 Early Career Fellows

Contact person:

ABIJURU Delphine
owsdncrwanda@gmail.com
T.250788523722

Liberatha MASENGESHO

Mukashyaka yvette

Chemical Sciences

Ange UMUTONI

Chemical Sciences

Marie Antoinette Uwajambo

Engineering sciences

Pascaline Sanga

Chemical Sciences

Febronie NAMBAJEMARIYA

Computing and Information Technology

Solange Barambonye

Engineering sciences

Roy Kankwanzi-Tuipende

Chemical Sciences

Uwimbabazi Angelique

Engineering sciences

Josine Umuhire MUNYENTWALI A.

Agricultural Sciences

Sophonie Ndahayo

Social and Economic Sciences

Uwamahoro Francoise

Agricultural Sciences

Diane Umutoni

Uwase Aline

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Chantal Nyirakanani

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Jeanne Paula Ihirwe

Social and Economic Sciences

Uganda

81 Members

6 PhD Fellows

15 PhD Graduates

3 Early Career Fellows

1 Awardee

The Uganda National Chapter was established in October 2021 and is hosted at Makerere University in Kampala. Their main goal is to enable women in Uganda to access, participate in and take the lead in contemporary science, technology and innovation, contributing locally, nationally and internationally to essential developments.

Anna Odur

Social and Economic Sciences

Jalira Namugaya

Mathematical sciences

Sharon Aol

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Regina Nakiranda

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Bridget Magoba

Computing and Information Technology

Justine Mirembe

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Catherine Namayega

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Hildah Amutuhaire

Agricultural Sciences

Mary Grace Katusiime

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Jennifer Nambooze

Chemical Sciences

Dianah Rose Abeho

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Ruth Nahurira

Agricultural Sciences

Natasha Turyasingura

Biological Systems and Organisms

Miriam Nakanwagi

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Elizabeth Naluminsa

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Blessing Musiimenta

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Benin

71 Members

8 PhD Fellows

8 PhD Graduates

2 Early Career Fellows

The Benin National Chapter was established in July 2021 and is hosted at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) in Cotonou. It provides mentoring for women and girls in STEAM, promotes research collaborations between Beninese women locally and abroad, organizes workshops, trainings, and other activities to improve Beninese women's participation and knowledge in scientific careers, and supports national initiatives that empower Beninese women scientists.

Contact person:

Bernice Armelle Bancole
owsd.benin@gmail.com

Florence Anato

Agricultural Sciences

Elodie Dimon

Agricultural Sciences

Carline Christelle Joanne Santos

Biological Systems and Organisms

Dèca Mondoukpè Joelle Marie Bernadette TOFFA MEHINTO

Agricultural Sciences

Fatondji Aubierge Sènami

Agricultural Sciences

Houénoudé Alexandrine BOKOSSA

Agricultural Sciences

Rachidatou KARIMOU

Biological Systems and Organisms

Marthe Montcho

Agricultural Sciences

Amoussa Roukiyath Adjilé Edjide

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Josiane Adjobignon SEMASSA

Biological Systems and Organisms

BA Rafiatou

Agricultural Sciences

N'TCHA Christine

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Charlotte Zoundji

Agricultural Sciences

Amoussou Nellya

Agricultural Sciences

Véronique Tineponanti

Biological Systems and Organisms

Tohoyessou Yabo Majoie Géroxie

Biological Systems and Organisms

MOZAMBIQUE

71 Members

5 PhD Fellows

1 PhD Graduate

1 Early Career Fellow

The OWSD Mozambique National Chapter was launched in March 2020 and is hosted by the Faculty of Science at Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM). The main objective is to create a network for women to encourage young girls to pursue a career in STEM and to promote the incorporation of science as a fundament for the socio-economic development of the country. The Mozambique National Chapter organize conferences, workshops, trainings and other scientific activities for women at different stages of their career, disseminate national and international opportunities of employment and carrier development, and promote scientific collaboration between women in STEM.

Contact person:

Valera Dias
owsd.mozambique@gmail.com
T.+258828856570

Kassia Sundi Macassa

Biological Systems and Organisms

Maria Tomas

Esselina Tomas Fuel

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Elsa Salvador

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Nilza de Lemos Collinson

Computing and Information Technology

Handina da Graça Lurdes Langa Massango

Agricultural Sciences

Yolanda Laura Ganhane de Sousa

Agricultural Sciences

Laisse Ogifo

Agricultural Sciences

Amelia Helena Ribeiro

Agricultural Sciences

Nelta Niquice

Engineering sciences

Victoria Norberto Cossa

Agricultural Sciences

Amélia Monguela

Agricultural Sciences

Telma Levi Jamisse Magaia

Chemical Sciences

Orneia Uqueio

Biological Systems and Organisms

Violeta Macie

Agricultural Sciences

Tamara Sande

Agricultural Sciences

Botswana

71 Members

4 PhD Graduates

Contact person:

Boammaaruri Malemenyane
bmalemenyane@gmail.com

Ngonye Keroletswe

Chemical Sciences

TSHENOLO LARONA CHABA

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

GORATA DIBOKO

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Katumelo Gajaje

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Winnie Nchoko

Agricultural Sciences

Keletso Bontle Dichaba

Computing and Information Technology

Ogaufi Modisane

Chemical Sciences

Onalenna Natasha Moraka

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Masego Matlhogonolo Seipei

Social and Economic Sciences

Nomazile Chicho

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Botlhe Matlhodi

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Atlasaone Kokwe

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Gosaitse Tubatsi

Biological Systems and Organisms

Chawangwa Damba

Lucy Mupfumi

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Tlhalefo Ndichi

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Zambia

70 Members

2 PhD Fellows

5 PhD Graduates

1 Early Career Fellow

The Zambia National Chapter of OWSD was established in July 2019, and is hosted at the School of Engineering at Copperbelt University in Kitwe. Among its activities are supporting professional development and providing career guidance to female students, promoting multidisciplinary research collaborations between women scientists and engineers, disseminating information on fellowships, training and other opportunities for women scientists and engineers, and conducting outreach activities to girls at primary and secondary school levels.

Contact person:

Wezi Nyimbili Nkonde
zowscience@gmail.com
T.+260968797823

Esther Kalumbi

Engineering sciences

Ellah Zingani

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Dhvani H. Kuntawala

Biological Systems and Organisms

Namwinga Siame

Engineering sciences

Kabwe Mulenga

Engineering sciences

Tina Phiri

Engineering sciences

Mirriam Makungwe

Agricultural Sciences

Rita Chewe

Engineering sciences

Mpala Pilula

Biological Systems and Organisms

Violet Kayamba Kelly

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Rhodasi Mwale

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Jane Mulenshi

Engineering sciences

Namaunga Kasumu

Biological Systems and Organisms

Belindah Chilala

Agricultural Sciences

Alice Lungu

Engineering sciences

Lorna Kanguya

Agricultural Sciences

Ethiopia

63 Members

9 PhD Fellows

11 PhD Graduates

4 Early Career Fellows

There is no OWSD national chapter in this country at present. To find out more about setting up a national chapter please read the National Chapter Guidelines.

Feven Markos Hunde

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Amarech Alebie Addisuu

Fikrte Woldeyes Hailu

Agricultural Sciences

Smegnsh Demelash Yeruk

Mathematical sciences

Shewaye Kassa

Bibie Said

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Tifsehit Solomon Tesfaye

Agricultural Sciences

Haregewoin Woldekidan

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Desta Gebeyehu

Agricultural Sciences

Tigist Tadesse Shonte

Agricultural Sciences

Dr. Kiros Abebe Embaye

Agricultural Sciences

Birkinesh Lagebo

Computing and Information Technology

Fetenech Meskele

Computing and Information Technology

Mhret Berhe Gebremariam

Engineering sciences

Lemlem Tajebe Lejissa

Agricultural Sciences

Yezbie Kassa Brihanu

Agricultural Sciences

Malawi

56 Members

3 PhD Graduates

2 Early Career Fellows

The OWSD Malawi National Chapter was established in November 2020 and is based at the National Commission of Science and Technology (NCST), Lilongwe. Among its planned activities are establishing a mentoring programme for women and girls in STEM, organizing science fairs to showcase scientific and technological advances in science, organizing conferences, training, seminars and workshops for women in science, and providing education to girls and young women on issues to do with nutrition, communicable and non-communicable diseases that affect women, as well as on gender-based violence.

Contact person:

Edith Milanzi
owsdmalawichapter@gmail.com

Nomsa Phiri

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Cecilia Maliwichi-Nyirenda

Biological Systems and Organisms

Estiner Walusungu Katengeza

Tadala Mtimuni

Engineering sciences

Elizabeth Mkandawire

Social and Economic Sciences

Annie Jere

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Mariam A.T.J. Kadzamira

Agricultural Sciences

Sarah Khudze

Computing and Information Technology

Memory Silwimba

Social and Economic Sciences

Jessie Khungwa

Chemical Sciences

Rhosheen Mthawanji

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Chikondi Isabel Joana Chapuma

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Grace Alexander Waya

Elizabeth Chatuwa

Computing and Information Technology

Everess Chilewe

Engineering sciences

Chikondi Shaba

Chemical Sciences

Mauritius

45 Members

1 PhD Graduate

The OWSD Mauritius National Chapter was launched in February 2018 and is hosted by the Food and Agricultural Research Extension Institute (FAREI). The role of the National Chapter is to consolidate the network of women engaged in science in Mauritius, to create networking opportunities through events to showcase their contribution to the different sectors of the economy and to outreach the youth and the community for creating interest and awareness in science. The National Chapter also facilitates access to career and training opportunities for career development.

Contact person:

Dr Devika Saddul
womeninsciencemauritius@gmail.com
T.+23059112983

Ummeh Rukshar Doorika

Engineering sciences

Tejaswini Petkar

Biological Systems and Organisms

Keshnee Reega

Agricultural Sciences

Divya Hurwanth

Lisa Ah Shee Tee

Biological Systems and Organisms

Sandrine Labonté

Agricultural Sciences

Hanusha Bhakhoa

Chemical Sciences

Mahejabeen Mohaboob

Computing and Information Technology

Nowsheen Goonoo

Chemical Sciences

Maleika Heenaye- Mamode Khan

Computing and Information Technology

Nawaal Benazir Bint RAMAN IBRAHIM

Agricultural Sciences

Devina Lobine

Agricultural Sciences

Brinda Oogarah-Pratap

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Rubina Bunjun

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Teenah Jutton

Social and Economic Sciences

Lydia Rhyman

Chemical Sciences

Senegal

45 Members

3 PhD Fellows

4 PhD Graduates

1 Early Career Fellow

Contact person:

Rufina Dabo Sarr
owsdsenegal@gmail.com
T.+221 77 564 08 74

Ndeye Fatou Sylla

Mame Diarra Bousso Ndiaye

Biological Systems and Organisms

Diop Penda

Mathematical sciences

Aida Sadikh Badiane

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Adji Yaram Diop

Elisabeth Diatta

Agricultural Sciences

Fatou Kine Gueye

Biological Systems and Organisms

Mariama Ndiaye

Mathematical sciences

Ndiaye Ndeye Maty

Ngom Mariama

Agricultural Sciences

Adama Ndiaye

Engineering sciences

NDIAYE Ndeye Massata

Computing and Information Technology

Marie Ndeye Gnilane Diouf

Social and Economic Sciences

Aïssata Thiam

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Diouf Fatou

Agricultural Sciences

Mbengue Fama

Agricultural Sciences

Congo, Dem. Rep

31 Members

2 PhD Fellows

4 PhD Graduates

There is no OWSD national chapter in this country at present. To find out more about setting up a national chapter please read the National Chapter Guidelines.

Virginie Korangi

Agricultural Sciences

Azine Ciza

Agricultural Sciences

Bibi Mabonzo

Mathematical sciences

Ntabugi Kikongo

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Carine Kunsevi Kilola

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Yolande Ikala Openda

Chemical Sciences

Lyna Mukwa Fama Tongo

Agricultural Sciences

Nadine Usimesa Wingi

Biological Systems and Organisms

Nzeba Kalala Antoinette

Engineering sciences

Nenita Bukalo

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Muyer Edin Bok-Itiun

Engineering sciences

Tshilanda Kanda

Chemical Sciences

Shongonia Komba

Engineering sciences

Olenga Letshu

Agricultural Sciences

Clothilde Luanga

Chemical Sciences

Priscilla Masamba

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Namibia

30 Members

1 PhD Graduate

The Namibia National Chapter of OWSD was established in June 2019 at the University of Namibia in Windhoek. Among its objectives are promoting girls' participation in STEM, organizing workshops and an annual conference for women in STEM in the country, establishing a mentorship programme to link women scientists both locally and internationally, creating a database of women in STEM fields in the country, and disemminating information about opportunities for girls and women in STEM.

Contact person:

Theopholine Amushendje
tamushendje@unam.na

Renate Hans

Chemical Sciences

Moola Nyambe

Chemical Sciences

ALINA NDAPEWA INEKEL'OMUWA KADHILA

Agricultural Sciences

Ndeshipanda Kakololo

Engineering sciences

Klaudia Talohole Angula

Chemical Sciences

Helvi Itenge

Computing and Information Technology

Rosalia Sinvula

Engineering sciences

Josefina Muhama

Agricultural Sciences

Fiina Kaunapawa Namukwambi

Agricultural Sciences

Sophia Mapaze Isala

Agricultural Sciences

Theopoline Amushendje

Agricultural Sciences

Juliana Nepembe

Engineering sciences

Virginie Uwimana

Engineering sciences

Johanna-Franziska Andowa

Agricultural Sciences

Petja Dobreva

Annastasia Ekandjo

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Madagascar

28 Members

4 PhD Fellows

2 PhD Graduates

1 Early Career Fellow

There is no OWSD national chapter in this country at present. To find out more about setting up a national chapter please read the National Chapter Guidelines.

Nathalie Ramanantsihoarana

Engineering sciences

Lady Mireille Razafindranaivo

Rosephine Georgina Rakotonirainy

Mathematical sciences

Sitraka Andrianony

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Valisoa Razanajatovo Misanantenaina

Mathematical sciences

Miary Raselimanana

Biological Systems and Organisms

Andrianasolo Domohina Noromalala

Biological Systems and Organisms

Hasina Marie Irèna RAKOTONIRIANA

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Vololonirina Rasoamalala

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Santatra Ravelomanantsoa Santatra

Biological Systems and Organisms

Rabetokotany Rarivoson Nantenaina Volamahefa

Engineering sciences

Volatsara Baholy Rahetlah

Agricultural Sciences

Solofo Nasandrata Ravonjiarison

Agricultural Sciences

Razzakamanarivo Herintsitohaina

Agricultural Sciences

Seheno Andriantsaralaza

Biological Systems and Organisms

Raharinaivo Lovasoa Rina

Biological Systems and Organisms

Niger

21 Members

There is no OWSD national chapter in this country at present. To find out more about setting up a national chapter please read the National Chapter Guidelines.

Yahaya Garba Zouera Zou

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Alkassoum Yahaya Mariama

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Fatimé Warimi

Engineering sciences

Raichou AGALI ZIBIN

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Rachida Alzouma

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Hamadou Yeya Bibata

Agricultural Sciences

Modi Maiguizo Binta

Engineering sciences

Zouleyhatou Dodo Hambali

Agricultural Sciences

Issoufou Moutalan Halima

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Abdel Kader Yahaya Haoua

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Aichatou Issoufou

Social and Economic Sciences

Mariama Issoufou Adamou

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Harira Mahaman Badamassi

Social and Economic Sciences

Hassane Latcha Mourdjanatou

Agricultural Sciences

Salifou Nana Aichatou

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Wassila Rabiou

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Lesotho

21 Members

3 PhD Fellows

3 PhD Graduates

There is no OWSD national chapter in this country at present. To find out more about setting up a national chapter please read the National Chapter Guidelines.

Irene Masitha

Engineering sciences

Mpoetsi Hilda Nketsi

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Motheba Mosiuoa

Chemical Sciences

Paballo Joyce Monyake

Chemical Sciences

Tebello Mahamo

Chemical Sciences

Mats'olo Seloanyane

Engineering sciences

Lerato Sekhohola-Dlamini

Biological Systems and Organisms

Thokozile Manaka

Computing and Information Technology

Neo Selikane- Mohlabane

Social and Economic Sciences

Reitumetse Nkali Charlotte Khalanyane

Engineering sciences

Maletsie Justinah Mapheello Makhetha

Ntsoaki Anna 'Nyane

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Mapotso Anna Kena

Biological Systems and Organisms

Nthabeleng Hlapisi

Chemical Sciences

Mamosa Mahlala

Chemical Sciences

Puleng Agathah Malineo Matebesi-Ranthimo

Agricultural Sciences

Burundi

19 Members

There is no OWSD national chapter in this country at present. To find out more about setting up a national chapter please read the National Chapter Guidelines.

Kazeneza Micheline

Computing and Information Technology

Munezero Priscille

Karimumuryango Ménédore

Mathematical sciences

Irumva Vanessa

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Aurore Mugisha

Engineering sciences

Irampagarikiye Rosette

Biological Systems and Organisms

Gaëlle Ndayizeye

Biological Systems and Organisms

Ingabire Erica

Engineering sciences

Kelly Joelle Gatore Sinigirira

Mathematical sciences

Irene Irakoze

Mathematical sciences

Simbare Alice

Agricultural Sciences

Kwizera Chantal

Agricultural Sciences

Niyomwungere Diane

Computing and Information Technology

MUHIMBARE Estella

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Nizigiyimana Floride

Mathematical sciences

Nishishikare Menedore

Engineering sciences

OTHER COUNTRIES

102 Members

Here are all the countries in this region that currently have less than 20 members. To find out more about setting up a national chapter please read the National Chapter Guidelines.

Viola Nancy William Okot

Computing and Information Technology

Nene Galle Kide

Biological Systems and Organisms

Nambua Nteka

Engineering sciences

Nassifatou Koko Tittikpina

Chemical Sciences

Cláudia Fançony

Biological Systems and Organisms

Adjany Costa

Biological Systems and Organisms

Windkouni Antonia Bere

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Beatrice Edwina Koroma

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Zainab Mohamud

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

Naila Nakidi

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Aminatou Kone

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Thabile Ndlovu

Chemical Sciences

Eswatini (Kingdom of)

Ameyo Addablah

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Mpemb-Li-Muvungu Rodeline Jachrre

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

Congo, Republic

Soro-Yao Amenan

Agricultural Sciences

Ayan Aden Moussa

Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology

Success stories

I wanted to show women that it was possible that when you do agricultural sciences, you can go on and do more for your career development.

Claire D'Andre Hirwa

Agricultural Sciences

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The OWSD award helped me not only to become the researcher I am today, but also to become a leader in research.

Salina Parvin Banu

Agricultural Sciences

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I really want to do something for my country. Being part of the Sudan national chapter has given me that chance.

Dalia Saad

Chemical Sciences

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OWSD has provided tremendous support in shaping my career as a researcher, science ambassador, role model for women scientists and a "think high" human being.

Tabassum Mumtaz

Biological Systems and Organisms

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When I got my OWSD fellowship, it was an amazing feeling. Before getting the letter, my academic career was a dream, the letter made it possible.

Nashwa Eassa

Physics

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Due to the war in Yemen, I had stopped studying for two years. This opportunity gave me the chance to complete my postgraduate studies.

Sumaia AL-Ghuribi

Engineering sciences

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All this has broadened my knowledge for this domain of science, gave me an open mind and also allowed me to learn many things.

Christelle Noelle Dzesse Tekouo

Chemical Sciences

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If we do research, in addition to establishing connections with other researchers, we must also communicate and do a lot of outreach in order to share our science with the community.

Sylla Salma

Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences

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I intend to disperse my achieved knowledge as one of the leading researchers in my country in the domain of microbial biotechnology, to support sustainable and prosperous agriculture.

Sayma Serine Chompa

Agricultural Sciences

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Winning this award opened many doors for me. It has led to success in acquiring local funding.

Simone Badal

Chemical Sciences

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Dr. Shammi's research will help to fill a crucial gap in the the global understanding of carbon dynamics and greenhouse gas emissions by providing data on one of the world’s largest river systems.

Mashura Shammi

Chemical Sciences

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By creating links between food research and industry, she hopes to enhance food security both in Ghana and in Africa as a whole.

Mavis Owureku- Asare

Agricultural Sciences

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OWSD fellowship represents a real empowering difference in my life and career

Huda Basaleem

Medical and Health Sciences incl Neurosciences

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I owe ‘what’, ‘who’ and ‘where’ I am in my career and professional practice today to OWSD because without the PHD Fellowship, all my achievements today would have been nothing but bleak.

Marycelin Baba

Biological Systems and Organisms

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The long-awaited dream

W. Bernice Armelle Bancole

Agricultural Sciences

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What fascinated me is that only 5% of microorganisms are harmful, and the rest are beneficiary.

Munawar Sultana

Biological Systems and Organisms

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OWSD's guidance and support allowed me to uncover hidden courage and realize aspects of myself that I never thought I possessed.

Muna Mohamed Elhag

Agricultural Sciences

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When you are following your passion, people will always see what you are doing. People will see that you are doing something different, and they will help you.

Maryse Dadina Nkoua Ngavouka

Physics

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The fellowship has really impacted my career. I was working in a university as an Assistant Lecturer, but with the OWSD fellowship I am undertaking a PhD that will allow me to reach the grade of Senior Lecturer.

Bintu Nabintu Ndusha

Agricultural Sciences

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In today’s scientific environment, in which most PhD scientists concentrate on a single specific discipline, I might shift toward a more systemic view to approach the challenge in infectious diseases.

Dora Murielle Rajonhson

Biological Systems and Organisms

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" I can boldly declare that OWSD rewarded my brilliance thus giving me recognition and confidence in my professional arena and placed me in national and international scientific communities.”

Mahfuza Begum Mahfuza

Agricultural Sciences

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“Am very proud to say that I am encouraging other Cameroonian female scientists to apply for the OWSD fellowship programme and some of them have obtained the grant."

Linda Dyorisse Nyamen Mbong

Chemical Sciences

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After my postdoc, I will return to Syria and work to achieve my big dream, which is to establish a research center.

Faten Bashar Kamal Eddin

Physics

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