I have been a member of the Wikimedia community since 2015, contributing content and organizing events. I have also served in several roles within the Wikimedia ecosystem including: executive director of the Global Open Initiative Foundation, anglophone regional ambassador for Art and Feminism, Board Governance facilitator and Movement Strategy and Governance facilitator with the Wikimedia Foundation.
In 2020, participated in Global Voices Rising Voices’ digital security + languages project as a workshop facilitator. And now, I am currently the Anglophone Africa Regional Editor.
I find satisfaction in using freedom of information to build stronger and more resilient communities, especially underrepresented ones globally, and to empower people to raise their voices more effectively to obtain the rights, goods, and services they need and deserve.
Latest posts by Zita Zage
Ghanaians debate online about the rights of a 16-year-old girl married to a 63-year-old traditional priest
[D]ata reveals that 23 girls get married every minute worldwide, and a girl gets married every two seconds. In Ghana, nearly 1 in 5 girls is married before the age of 18.
From entertainment to rebellion: The various roles music has played in Tanzania's history
Music has played various roles in Tanzania, from serving as entertainment to acting as an educational, politicizing, and unifying force.
Ethiopian girls are changing tradition through skateboarding
"... [O]ur society doesn’t support skateboarding. It is seen as a sport practiced by ill-mannered boys, and so it was hard for a young girl like me to go against them.”
Ghana’s economy and food security policies: Lessons from Operation Feed Yourself
In February 1972, under the leadership of Ignatius Kutu Acheampong, the Ghanaian government initiated the Operation Feed Yourself policy, an agricultural program designed to boost domestic food crop production.
Human rights activists appeal to Ghana's president to reject anti-LGBTQ+ bill passed by parliament
"This bill represents a real danger to our country, and we are looking to the president to uphold the values of our country and constitution."
An overview of the media landscape in Tanzania
Reporters Without Borders notes that many media outlets are either owned by politicians or influenced by them, compromising editorial independence and leading to biased coverage.
Cameroon’s armed conflict is forcing an ethnic group to pick sides
"The constant violence has pushed some Mbororos to fight as militias alongside government forces against armed separatist fighters, commonly referred to as Amba Boys."
How Rwanda's literary giants promoted their country's rich culture through their work
Alexis Kagame, the first and last Rwandan intellectual with direct access to the original sources of the country's history, contributed significantly to preserving oral history, and the indigenous language, Kinyarwanda.
Why is Kenya grappling with an increase in femicides?
"Despite strong laws and policies against gender-based violence, activists argue that government policies are ineffective and the justice system is slow and corrupt, leaving many perpetrators unpunished."
Ghanaians’ reactions to the UK loaning back treasures it looted from them
"... a staggering 90 percent of African cultural property is currently housed in European museums. Calls for the repatriation of these stolen artifacts displayed in Western museums have intensified ..."
In northern Uganda, war survivors and comfort dogs are ‘healing together’
"Pet therapy builds on the pre-existing human-animal bond. Studies show that interacting with a friendly pet can help with various physical and mental issues."
Navigating Rwanda's media landscape ahead of the upcoming election
Reporters Without Borders attributes Rwanda's low ranking to the censorship faced by the media, where journalists are compelled to pledge allegiance to the government and participate in patriotism programs.
Can a third political party realistically compete and thrive in Ghana?
The multi-party system is enshrined in Ghana's constitution through the Political Parties Act 574, established in 2000. Nevertheless, the political scene is primarily dominated by two parties: the National Democratic Congress and the New Patriotic Party.
The spirited competition between Ghanaians and Nigerians continues to fuel greatness among its citizens
Data from Guinness World Record revealed that since July 2023, there have been a total of 355 applications from individuals in Ghana alone, and a 1,500 applications from Nigerians ...
Kenya's new visa-free policy implementation faces backlash
There are concerns among Kenyan citizens that the $30 ETA requirement may lead other African countries, which previously enjoyed unrestricted access to Kenya, to reciprocate with visa restrictions.
How African nations could successfully navigate the electoral process in 2024
In 2023, elections were conducted in seven African countries, and in all seven, concerns were raised about the continent's democratic landscape.
Unveiling the most read articles about Africa on Global Voices in 2023
From exploring membership in the BRICS bloc to examining regional conflicts and scrutinizing visa policies, these stories resonated widely with readers eager to comprehend the complex dynamics influencing Africa.
Key geopolitical shifts in 2023 influencing Africa's position
As 2023 draws to a close, African nations stand at a compelling inflection point influenced by global realignments, emerging south-based alliances and growing demands for historical redress.
While the UK perceives migration as a problem, human rights activists from Africa and the African Union disagree
The UK and Rwanda governments have inked a controversial deal to relocate certain asylum seekers from Britain to Rwanda.
Controversy surrounds Kenya's parliament ban on ‘Kaunda suits’ and African traditional attire
Social media users argue that embracing African traditional clothing is a means of seeking identity and celebrating African styles, suggesting that such a ban contradicts this sentiment.
EU-registered vessels overexploit and export small pelagic fish in African waters, investigation shows
EU fishing fleets in the West African region, "particularly the East European vessels, continue to disregard their obligations to embark scientific observers on board, while they fish unsustainably."
