The Political & International Studies department (Rhodes University), Centre for Women & Gender Studies (Nelson Mandela University), Political Sciences (University of Pretoria) and Historical & Political Studies (University of Cape Town) present: Women & 20 Years of the African Union

·       16:00–16-05   Chairperson: Tandokazi Silosini

·        16:05–16:15   Welcome Remarks: Prof Sizwe Mabizela – Vice-Chancellor, Rhodes University

·       16:15-16:25   Introduction of Keynote Speaker: Dr Siphokazi Magadla

·       16:25-17:00:  Keynote Address: Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma

·       17:00-17:05    Introduction of the Facilitator: Busang Senne

·       17:05-17:40   Panel Discussion facilitated by Dr Sithembile Mbete:

o   Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, Former African Union Chairperson and Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

o   Mukondeleli Mpeiwa - Head of the Mediation and Dialogue Division, African Union.

o    Dr Awino Okech – Associate Professor, Politics and International Studies at SOAS, University of London.

·        17:40-17:55 - Q&A Session

·       17:55: 18:00 -  Vote of thanks and closing: Dr Babalwa Magoqwana



ALL WELCOME