Africa-Press – Uganda. More than 150 women gathered in Kampala for a bold movement to reclaim their stories, amplify their influence, and shape Africa’s future.
As African women increasingly step into spaces of leadership, legacy, and impact, The African Sisters Network (TASN) hosted the second edition of its flagship Brunch & Learn event on July 5, 2025, under the theme “Be Seen. Be Heard: How Owning Your Voice Transforms Your Personal and Professional Life.”
Held at the Emin Pasha Hotel, the event attracted women from diverse backgrounds—ranging from early-career professionals to seasoned leaders—united by a common goal: to explore the power of voice, visibility, and personal branding in unlocking new opportunities.
“African girls have powerful stories, but for far too long, we’ve been told to dim our light,” said Victoria Nyanzi, the Founder of The African Sisters Network. “This space is about reclaiming our voice, our identity, and our right to be seen and heard.”
Among the speakers was Quiin Abenakyo, Miss Uganda 2018 and Miss World Africa, who shared her personal journey from a shy university student to a global advocate. A recent graduate of KAIST with a Master’s degree in ICT, Abenakyo emphasized that confidence and storytelling are key to personal growth and leadership.
“Confidence comes from competence, and when you own your story, you stop asking permission to exist. You lead,” she told the audience.
Also addressing the gathering was Jacqueline Asiimwe, a renowned human rights lawyer and CEO of CivSource Africa, who urged women to first see and understand themselves from within before seeking external validation or visibility.
Other notable attendees included Elizabeth Kasedde Mwerinde, Head of Commercial Banking at Eco Bank Uganda; Gloria Haguma, fashion journalist with the Daily Monitor; Rosette Ssegujja Najjemba from Newman Foods; and Sana Nandwani from Cornerstone Asset Managers, who led a session on investment planning.
Throughout the event, women engaged in candid, heartfelt discussions about self-expression, vulnerability, and the importance of authentic networking. One of the panel moderators, Felly Amanda Baisuka, later reflected on LinkedIn, saying, “Don’t let anyone else tell your story for you… A room full of women rewriting their stories, cheering each other on.”
Another participant shared that the networking initially felt awkward but later became deeply meaningful once vulnerability and honest conversations took center stage.
The event also celebrated the graduation of the fourth cohort of TASN’s Personal Branding and LinkedIn Mastery class, a program that equips women with practical skills in personal branding, LinkedIn optimization, content creation, and strategic networking. Each cohort has attracted 20 to 30 women, many of whom go on to achieve measurable career and personal growth.
Since its launch in July 2024, the African Sisters Network has directly empowered more than 500 women through events and coaching sessions, with an additional 1,500 women reached through its digital platforms and community spaces.
Victoria Nyanzi, who recently became a certified workplace coach, continues to champion personal branding as a transformative tool for African women, especially in professional settings.
“We’re not waiting to be invited,” she said. “We’re building the table and bringing our sisters with us.”
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