For International Women's Day 2026, Yekov Foundation and our partners invited nominations for women making a difference in their communities. We received more than 20 nominations, and 12 nominees stood out, some in more than one category.
The nominees
Healthcare Impact
Ndam Albright, Butake Violet Mbun, Beri Bari Tracey Shei, Tangi Angwi Muyang and Engr. Ambesi Pieranne Mankaa
Education and Girl-Child Advancement
Faith-Noel Ngeh Kabi, Yekov Cindy, Tamo Ashley Nkeng and Wunjah Alvine
Innovation and Problem-Solving
Ndam Albright
Creative Arts and Media Impact
Banen Yengue Naomie Ekon
Emerging Leader
Ndam Albright, Zee Precious and Deslyn N. Vevanje
The gala
The winners were celebrated on 11 April 2026 at the North West Regional Assembly, Up Station, Bamenda, with a talent showcase, AI project presentations, speeches and networking.
Thank you to our partners Growing Girls Into Tech (GGIT), Med Techies, ASWEDO, GirlFORCE, Her Blueprint Africa and The Everyday Doctor. Read about the gala.