Thandeka G. Soko

Thandeka G. Soko Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Specialist | Women's empowerment | Entrepreneur | Passionate about development

I am passionate about empowering businesses to start up and thrive. I'm an event planner and manager, a gender specialist, proficient writer, amateur photographer, a staunch eco-conscious advocate, and a firm believer in cultivating entrepreneurial mindsets. With a background in elite sports management and representing our Country at AU and UN bodies on committees and activities, I work with diverse cultures, environments and people.

Thank you Graça Machel Trust for the knowledge impacted being part of the Ignite Programme. Humbled to receive your Reco...
28/05/2026

Thank you Graça Machel Trust for the knowledge impacted being part of the Ignite Programme.

Humbled to receive your Recognition Award for my contribution to advancing entrepreneurship/skills in fellow women.

May you keep impacting and inspiring us African women in intergenerational wealth creation.

Thank you.

Encouraging women not yet on the programme to participate too.

Happy Africa Freedom Day!True liberation is a multi-dimensional puzzle. We cannot claim full independence until every pi...
25/05/2026

Happy Africa Freedom Day!

True liberation is a multi-dimensional puzzle. We cannot claim full independence until every piece of our society is thriving and free.

To me, a fully liberated Africa means:

1. GENDER EQUALITY: Eradicating barriers so women drive leadership and economic growth.

2. ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Building local businesses that create sustainable wealth.

3. ARTS AND CULTURE: Owning our narratives and celebrating our heritage on global stages.

4. LITERACY AND EDUCATION: Equipping particularly the young people with tools to solve tomorrow's challenges.

5. CONSERVATION: Protecting our wildlife and natural spaces for generations to come.

6. SPORT AND COMMUNITY: Harnessing the power of teamwork to unite and develop our local neighborhoods.

Liberation is not just our history; it is our daily work. May we continue to build an inclusive, sustainable future together. ✊✊✊🌍

Happy Mother's Day and happy Sunday. ❤️🫶
10/05/2026

Happy Mother's Day and happy Sunday. ❤️🫶

Happy labour day all.❤️
01/05/2026

Happy labour day all.❤️

28/04/2026

HAPPY KAUNDA DAY.❤️🇿🇲

Video credit: ZANIS

27/04/2026
Good Friday is a powerful reminder that the greatest gift we can offer the world is selfless sacrifice. Jesus Christ gav...
03/04/2026

Good Friday is a powerful reminder that the greatest gift we can offer the world is selfless sacrifice. Jesus Christ gave everything, not for Himself, but for us all to be saved. 🙏

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and meaningful Easter.

REST IS NOT LAZINESS, IT'S PREPARATION.True success is a result of overcoming failure, hurdles, roadblocks and challenge...
22/03/2026

REST IS NOT LAZINESS, IT'S PREPARATION.

True success is a result of overcoming failure, hurdles, roadblocks and challenges. Every Sunday is essentially the universe saying, refill before you pour again.

After a busy week, I am resting, reflecting, letting it all sink in and allowing the growth process. Like a seed, that must first be buried in the soil before it can sprout.

So wherever you are this moment, I hope you find at least one moment of stillness before Monday and the new week comes knocking.

Happy Sunday.

What an eye-opening experience! A huge thank you to WEAC Zambia and the U.S. Embassy Zambia for the incredible opportuni...
20/03/2026

What an eye-opening experience! A huge thank you to WEAC Zambia and the U.S. Embassy Zambia for the incredible opportunity to participate in the AI and Digital Tools training. 🇿🇲✨

As someone deeply passionate about gender, development, and entrepreneurship, I know that digital literacy is the ultimate equalizer. This workshop has shown me exactly how AI can:
✅ Empower women-led SMEs: Using automation to save time and scale business operations.
✅ Enhance development advocacy: Creating more impactful, data-driven content for gender equality.
✅ Drive innovation: Using digital tools to solve local challenges in our entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Met up with Mulenga Chimba, Mulenga runs a business that links local farmers to farming equipment. For example, you are a farmer and need to hire a tractor, Mulenga's platform will link you to those hiring out tractors in your area. Both of us have continued to benefit from US Embassy Zambia programs for years through WEAC I Zambia.

Thank you WEAC I Zambia and The U.S. Embassy Zambia

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