At the end of primary school, I went to secondary school. I paid $12 a term to go to school. Joyce Banda endpayprimary Change image and share on social
I have always said that I want Malawi to attain growth that should not just be seen in GDP, but in the growth of opportunities for all, protection for all, and equality for all. Joyce Banda attainequalitygdp Change image and share on social
I have spent all my life advocating on behalf of the poor, oppressed and marginalized. As a social justice and human rights activist, and now as President of the Republic of Malawi, I have a deep appreciation for the challenges of those on the margins of society. Joyce Banda activistadvocateappreciation share on social
My father once told me when I was a young girl that I was destined to do great things. His belief in my abilities and ambition is rooted deeply in the spirit of Malawians; resilient and determined for a better Malawi and a better Africa. Joyce Banda abilityafricaambition share on social
I don't remember a single day during the time I was minister of gender, foreign minister, vice-president and president when I saw anything on the part of the men that indicated they were undermining me. Joyce Banda dayforeigngender share on social
My vision is a Malawi where men and women live in peace and in harmony as equals enjoying their human rights. Joyce Banda enjoyequalharmony Change image and share on social
I will forever be thankful to the Malawians and international community, and my professional army and army general, who said: 'No, we will follow the constitution.' That's why I'm here. Joyce Banda armycommunityconstitution Change image and share on social
Misogyny not only for Joyce Banda but for women. Joyce Banda bandajoycemisogyny Change image and share on social
I am convening the African Leaders Forum on Disability in partnership with Special Olympics so that a marginalized population long unrecognized does not remain in the shadows. I consider this a critical, moral and practical challenge. Joyce Banda africanchallengeconven share on social
