Joyce Banda Quotes

A collection of quotes by Joyce Banda.

Joyce Banda is a prominent figure in Malawian politics, humanitarian work, and women empowerment. Born on April 12, 1950, in Malemia, Malawi, she made history in 2012 as the first female President of Malawi and the second female president in Africa.

Banda has a long history of advocating for women's rights and social justice. Before her presidency, she served as the Minister of Gender, Children, Disability, and Social Welfare in Malawi. During her tenure as president from 2012 to 2014, Banda implemented various policies aimed at alleviating poverty, improving education, and empowering women. She notably initiated the "Joyce Banda Foundation," a non-profit organization focused on supporting educational and entrepreneurial opportunities for Malawian girls and women.

In addition to her political contribution, Joyce Banda is widely recognized for her humanitarian efforts. She has championed initiatives to combat child marriage, maternal mortality, and HIV/AIDS. Her dedication to these causes has earned her international recognition and numerous awards, including the Hunger Project Africa Prize for Leadership in 1997 and the Africa Prize for Leadership for the Sustainable End of Hunger in 2017.

Joyce Banda's inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a prominent political and humanitarian figure has made her a respected leader and role model in Malawi and beyond. Her ongoing commitment to empowering women and fighting for social change continues to have a lasting impact on the lives of many.

When I gave birth to my fourth child, I suffered from post p

When I gave birth to my fourth child, I suffered from post partum hemorrhaging. I almost lost my life. I was lucky to be under the care of trained health care personnel. I started wondering then what was happening to women in rural villages.

Joyce Banda


I learned that leadership is about falling in love with the

I learned that leadership is about falling in love with the people and the people falling in love with you. It is about serving the people with selflessness, with sacrifice, and with the need to put the common good ahead of personal interests.

Joyce Banda

Love Falling Learned

I got married at 22 and remained in an abusive marriage for

I got married at 22 and remained in an abusive marriage for 10 years. I made up my mind that that was never going to happen to me again. I made a brave step to walk out in a society when you didn't walk out of an abusive marriage. It was mental and physical abuse.

Joyce Banda

Marriage

I will forever be thankful to the Malawians and internationa

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

Thankful