Empowering Women for Sustainable Impact: Lafarge Africa at International Women’s Day 2026
Lafarge Africa Plc marked International Women’s Day 2026 with the theme “The Give to Gain Blueprint: Investing in Women to Build Sustainable Impact.” The event brought together female professionals, industry leaders and internal stakeholders to discuss economic inclusion, workplace equity and women’s role in sustainable growth. Speakers included Viola Graham-Douglas, Director of Communications, Public Affairs and Sustainable Development, who highlighted the strategic benefits of investing in women. Ogun State Deputy Governor Noimot Salako-Oyedele shared her journey from engineering into public leadership, urging women to turn setbacks into opportunities and balance career goals with personal responsibilities. Group MD and CEO Lolu Alade-Akinyemi reaffirmed Lafarge Africa’s commitment to purposeful action on gender inclusion. A panel led by Ronke Akpata featured experts on creating inclusive workplaces and advancing women’s leadership. The discussions underscored the company’s ongoing efforts to empower women and drive lasting impact across industries and communities.
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