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
Drought in Somalia is forcing thousands of climate refugees to Kenya's Dadaab Refugee Camp
Between 2022 and 2023, Dadaab experienced an influx of refugees due to droughts and conflict, which caused the camp’s population to swell from 234,000 in July 2022 to 320,000 in March 2023.
Combating disinformation ahead of Ghana’s December elections
Ghanaian politicians are leveraging social media to misinform and sway public opinion, even paying influencers to promote their agendas. Some media literacy activists hope to stop them.
Ugandan journalist Nila Yasmin: African women hold the power to transform intra-African trade
"Africa has been ranked as the region with the highest number of women entrepreneurs globally. Yet, many lack adequate support to grow their businesses."
Legal barriers hinder fight against femicide in Nigeria and Kenya
Since 2016, there were more than 500 femicide cases in Kenya; only 13 verdicts have been reached.
Ghanaians rally online demanding justice for citizens arrested in protests against illegal gold mining
"[I]llegal gold mining is destroying the environment, making people ill, adding to water scarcity and damaging farmlands and crops such as cocoa."
Messages from two African disability activists to world leaders ahead of the UN Summit of the Future
"Although the agenda of the summit includes a focus on meaningfully including young people, UN processes rarely acknowledge the intersectionality of young people with disabilities."
Everything you should know about the Nigeria vs South Africa ‘online ride-hailing war’
This latest digital feud, which involves ordering and canceling trips on ride-hailing apps in both countries, is negatively affecting the livelihoods of the drivers.
The unique sounds of South Africa are a reminder of the country’s traditions, struggle, and resilience
Amapiano has become a phenomenon, with new hits and dance challenges emerging regularly and gaining worldwide popularity. For instance, the Tshwala Bam dance challenge featured participation from international celebrities.
Some historic moments for Africa at the 2024 Olympic Games
As compared to other African countries, Kenya emerged top on the Paris 2024 Olympics medal table with 11 medals (4 gold, 2 silver, 5 bronze), followed by South Africa with 6 medals (1 gold, 3 silver, 2 bronze).
South African model Chidimma Adetshina’s is being attacked on social media, and this is the reason why
South African citizens fear that foreigners, mainly African immigrants, are coming in to steal their jobs and commit crimes, which is overwhelmingly not supported by facts or data.
The fastest African athletes to watch at the Paris Olympics
Ethiopia and Kenya are known for their dominance in long-distance running and aim to put their mark on other track and field events.
Kgothatso Montjane’s Wimbledon glory reflects rise of wheelchair tennis in South Africa
"The triumph is not only a personal victory but also a significant moment for wheelchair tennis, inspiring individuals who face similar challenges in South Africa and the continent at large."
Rwanda is headed for a one-sided election
Incumbent President Kagame is expected to win easily amid allegations of the expulsion of opposition candidates, harassment of journalists and assassination of critics.
Why news about Kenya is trending in Africa
Many African youths have used social media to commend Kenyan citizens for their courage and persistence, while encouraging other young people in their own countries to follow Kenyans' example.
South Africans react to the new coalition government led by Cyril Ramaphosa
“This is not a government of national unity. This is a grand coalition between the ANC and white monopoly capital.”
Controversy surrounds Kenya government's planned deployment of police forces to Haiti
Rights groups have raised concerns, and in January 2024, Kenya’s high court ruled against the planned deployment, saying the mission was illegal. However, the government is proceeding with, the plan.
The troubling connections between ‘politically exposed persons’ and Chinese companies within Ghana's fisheries sector
Documents from 25 fishing companies authorized to operate in Ghana over the last five years revealed that not a single director or shareholder had disclosed their 'politically exposed person' status.
Three ways to tackle digital rights in Africa
Instances such as Nigeria's X (Twitter) ban and Senegal's internet restrictions exemplify the extent to which governments are infringing upon citizens' online freedoms.
Young voters share their expectations ahead of South African elections
The youth demographic, those aged between 18 and 39, constitutes 42 percent (11.7 million) of registered voters, underscoring the significance of their vote in the upcoming elections on May 29.
A look at South Africa’s media landscape ahead of the upcoming elections
"The country’s constitution recognises 12 languages but the most spoken languages include Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English. Media publications and broadcasts in South Africa are mostly in English and Afrikaans."
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.
