Higherlife Foundation

What an inspiring day at the I AM WOMAN: Becoming Conference! ✨

As Guest of Honor, our Chair, Mrs M, shared the personal experiences that have shaped her journey over the years. Through stories of growth, resilience, and perseverance, she reflected on the moments that challenged her, the lessons she learned along the way, and how those experiences contributed to the woman she has become today.

Her message resonated with many women in the room, serving as a reminder that becoming is a lifelong journey. Every challenge, every setback, and every victory plays a role in shaping who we are and who we are called to be.

We are grateful for opportunities such as these that bring women together to learn from one another, celebrate their journeys, and inspire the next generation of leaders.
Econet Zimbabwe

Today, we celebrate a remarkable milestone by one of our own, Dr Tatenda Mashanda, who has made history by earning a PhD from the University of Maryland under UMD Department of Communication

His dissertation, “Between Sovereignty and Solidarity: Rebel Diplomacy and Limits of Internationalism in Zimbabwe's Decolonisation (1976–1979)”, is a powerful contribution to global scholarship, unpacking the complexities of liberation movements, diplomacy, and international relations during one of Africa’s most defining historical moments.

This achievement is more than an academic milestone, it is a reminder that African stories, perspectives, and histories belong on the global stage. Through rigorous research and intellectual leadership, Dr Mashanda is helping shape conversations that matter across continents, generations, and institutions.

At Higherlife Foundation, we are proud to see our alumni breaking barriers, redefining excellence, and carrying Africa’s voice into global spaces of influence and knowledge production.

Congratulations, Dr Tatenda Mashanda. Your journey inspires a generation of young African scholars, leaders, and changemakers to dream beyond borders and pursue excellence that impacts the world.