Zambia: A Bold Push for Safe Women’s Leadership Through Spotlight Initiative in Zambia

LUSAKA — With Zambia’s 2026 general elections approaching, Spotlight Initiative is working to ensure that every woman can participate safely and confidently in civic and political life. The effort directly reflects the spirit of the 2026 International Women’s Day theme: Rights, justice and action for all women and girls.

Supported by the Embassy of Ireland, the Initiative brings together several United Nations agencies, including the International Organization for Migration (IOM), United Nations…