Empowering Women in Traditional Leadership

The CONTRALESA Women's League (CWL) is the dedicated arm of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa, established to amplify the voices of women within traditional leadership structures. CWL champions the rights, roles, and recognition of women in traditional communities, ensuring their active participation in governance, cultural preservation, and socio-economic development.

Mission

• Advocating for Gender Equality: Promoting equal representation and participation of women in traditional leadership roles.
• Preserving Cultural Heritage: Ensuring that women's perspectives are integral to the preservation and evolution of indigenous cultures.
• Combating Gender-Based Violence (GBV): Leading initiatives to address and eradicate GBV in traditional communities.
• Empowering Women Economically: Facilitating programs that enhance women's economic opportunities and independence.

Leadership

• President: Nkosikazi Nokhaka Jumba
• Provincial Chairperson (Eastern Cape): Nkosikazi Nosintu Gwebindlala