Meet Dr. Mumba Chalwe, Zambia’s first female urologist
Dr. Mumba Chalwe Zambia’s first woman in urology wants her accomplishments to inspire other women and girls, “Like I always say “iron sharpens iron” if women and girls can see fellow women as achievers outside the domestic sphere they can aim higher.”
London. Nov. 10, 2017 (AltAfrika)-Mumba Chalwe-Kaja is a Medical Doctor, health advocate and co-founder of Stiletto Ink, a local lifestyle and wellness organisation that focuses on adult sexual and reproductive well being. She has recently completed her specialization in the surgical sub-specialty of urology, becoming Zambia’s first and currently only female in urology.
In a Twitter conversation with Zambia Women Forum Dr. Chalwe gave insight on her experiences saying:
“Medicine was always a childhood dream. Urology on the other hand was a career choice based on many factors. I love challenges and the surgical field offered this. Urology as a specialty is dynamic and the fact that Zambia had no female reps. The desire to defy stereotypes and make a positive impact on people’s lives was a huge motivation.”
“What might seem like “my” achievement is in fact a testament to “Our” openers to change as a nation. Both Men and women mentored me… The community has accepted me and even encouraged me! that right there is a sign that the tide is ever so slowly changing. I’m not oblivious to the challenges BUT I’m proof that we can overcome anything!”
And her vision for African women and girls? She told Revolt for Her that, “I dream of an Africa where we are not “graded” on our ability to cook nshima on a fire but rather are given a fair chance to achieve our goals using our God-given abilities. An Africa where we no longer have to feel the need for validation through marital status. We must normalize feminine excellence to a point that our gender is no longer an issue to be considered. Our African heritage unequivocally is a part of us and I strongly believe we can thrive while embracing “ubuntu” without it impeding one’s ability to soar high.”
“There is strength in these curves, intelligence in our curls, innovation in our delicate frames!”
(TIA)
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