Frequently Asked Questions

The conference brings together 13 African First Ladies, alongside delegates, partners, and civil society organisations committed to the four pillars of CAP 241.

The conference takes place on April 17, 2026, in Libreville, Gabon.

Follow #BuildingResilience on social media: @resilience241 on X/Twitter, @resilience_241 on Instagram, and on Facebook. Live updates will be shared throughout the conference.

#BuildingResilience is a pan-African campaign led by the First Lady of Gabon, Her Excellency Mrs. Zita Oligui Nguema, focused on strengthening resilience for women and girls facing climate change and conflict across the continent.

The four pillars are Health, Women, Youth, and Education — the foundational areas through which the campaign strengthens resilience for communities across Africa.

OAFLAD (Organization of African First Ladies for Development) is a continental body that brings together African First Ladies to advocate for health, education, and women's empowerment across the continent.

BALANCE (ÉQUILIBRES 2026–2029) is a multi-year programme under CAP 241 that coordinates action across three axes: Prevent, Support, and Rebuild — addressing the root causes and consequences of fragility for women and girls.