Women’s Leadership in African Education

This edited volume explores the complexities, challenges, and triumphs of women’s leadership in educational settings - from historical margins to contemporary influence. This theme encompasses the book’s focus on the historical journey and the present realities of women in educational leadership. It highlights their resilience, strategies for overcoming barriers and contributions to various aspects of education. It also reflects the enlightening discussion of diverse perspectives and challenges across the chapters, including gender parity, crisis leadership, and women’s role in specific educational contexts. This book adopts a comprehensive approach to examining women’s educational leadership, arousing readers’ interest. It combines historical perspectives with contemporary challenges to offer a multidimensional, engaging, and enlightening view.

Ntombikayise Nkosi is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Educational Foundations at the University of South Africa.