"Empowering Women, Safeguarding Children, Transforming Mining, Shaping the Future."
WIM-Africa Vision
WIM-Africa Mission
A mining industry where women across Africa are fully included, empowered, and recognized as key drivers of economic growth, leadership, and sustainability.
To advance gender inclusion, economic empowerment, and sustainability in Africa’s mining sector through policy advocacy, capacity building, partnerships, and responsible mining practices.
About WIM-Africa
WiM-Africa is committed to advancing gender inclusion, economic empowerment, and sustainable development for women across Africa’s mining sector. Our mission is to advocate for policy reforms, promote capacity-building initiatives, and facilitate strategic partnerships that create equitable opportunities for women in mining—ranging from artisanal and small-scale miners to professionals in large-scale operations and mining services.
We strive to bridge the gaps in access to finance, education, leadership opportunities, and safer working conditions while championing responsible mining practices that benefit both women and mining host communities. Through collaboration with governments, industry stakeholders, NGOs, and grassroots organizations, WiM-Africa seeks to transform the mining landscape into one that is inclusive, just, and economically viable for African women—ensuring they are not only participants but leaders and decision-makers in shaping the future of Africa’s mineral wealth.
Welcome to WIM-Africa
by Dr Comfort Asokoro-Ogaji, Executive Director
Welcome to Women in Mining Africa (WiM-Africa) —a pan-African movement committed to empowering women, fostering gender inclusion, and driving sustainable transformation in the mining sector.
Across Africa, women play a critical role in mining—from artisanal and small-scale mining to leadership positions in large-scale operations, policy advocacy, research, and service provision. Yet, despite their contributions, barriers such as limited access to funding, unsafe working conditions, gender discrimination, and lack of professional development opportunities continue to hinder their progress.
At WiM-Africa, we are committed to breaking these barriers and ensuring that women in mining have access to the opportunities, resources, and representation they deserve. Our work spans across over 30 African countries, reaching thousands of women miners, professionals, and community leaders through targeted programs and advocacy efforts.
Our Impact Across the Continent
1. Building the Next Generation of Women Leaders in Mining
Through our NextGen Program, we mentor, train, and equip young women with the skills to pursue careers and leadership roles in mining, engineering, and related fields.
2. Ensuring Safety & Well-Being in Mining Communities
With Project M-Safe, we advocate for and implement mining safety initiatives to protect women from hazardous working conditions and gender-based violence in the sector.
3. Advocating for Policy & Gender Inclusion
Our Responsible Mining Program drives policy reforms and regulatory changes that promote gender-inclusive policies, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility.
4. Ending Child Labor & Gender-Based Exploitation
Through our Voices of Children (VoC) Initiative, we work to eradicate child labor in mining communities and provide educational alternatives to vulnerable children.
5. Improving Access to Finance for Women in Mining
We bridge the financial gap through the Loans & Investment Readiness Program, equipping women miners with financial literacy, business support, and direct linkages to banks, microfinance institutions, and ESG investors.
6. Strengthening Collaboration Across Africa
The WiM-Africa Coalition Board (Stakeholder Assembly) is our continent-wide engagement platform, bringing together WiM organizations, NGOs, policymakers, and mining companies to drive collective impact and amplify women’s voices.
7. Remembering & Advocating for Safer Mines
To honor women miners lost in unsafe mining operations, we have adopted "Silent 15 of Bilalikoto – Honoring the Fallen", an annual remembrance (15th February) and advocacy day to push for stricter safety regulations and industry accountability.
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Join Us in Creating a More Inclusive Mining Industry
We believe that true transformation is only possible through partnerships and collaboration. Whether you are an individual, an organization, a policymaker, or a corporate entity, there is a place for you at WiM-Africa.
1. Partner with us to implement impactful programs.
2. Engage with us in advocacy, mentorship, and community development.
3. Support our initiatives to advance gender equality in mining.
Thank you for visiting our platform. I invite you to explore our work, connect with us, and be part of this movement.
Warm regards,
Dr. Comfort Asokoro-Ogaji
Executive Director, WiM-Africa
Email: secretariat@wimafrica.org