About US
Words That Count, an initiative of STEM Women Foundation Limited, is a platform dedicated to increasing the visibility, confidence, and leadership of African women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). We use storytelling, science communication, mentorship, advocacy, and professional development to help women build meaningful careers while ensuring their expertise is recognised, valued, and shared.
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Our Work
STEM Stories
STEM Stories
We feature stories that highlight the experiences, achievements, and lessons of African women across diverse STEM disciplines, offering relatable role models while showcasing the various career paths on the STEM spectrum.
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Ask a STEMist
Ask a STEMist
Connecting researchers with the public through open, interactive conversations.
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Mentorship
Mentorship
Our mentorship program creates more than professional connections. It builds confidence, broadens perspectives, and opens doors to new opportunities.
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Research and Insights
Research and Insights
We believe that knowledge grows through research, reflection, and the exchange of ideas.
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- STEM STORIES
Building Africa’s Place in the Space Economy Through Aerospace Engineering – Wanjiku Chebet Kanjumba
- Engineering
With the goal of making Africa a full participant in the global space economy, Wanjiku, an Astronaut-Candidate, works at the intersection of aerospace engineering and space technology.
- Kenya
- 9 min
- ASK A STEMIST
Can Machine Learning Help Farmers Adapt to Climate Change? | Ms. Hajara Kandeh
Hajara Kandeh is a young climate scientist from The Gambia, working in applied mathematics and computational science. She speaks about how she uses machine learning to understand the effects of climate change on agriculture.
October 10, 2026
- 36 min
- OPPORTUNITIES
Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP) 2027
The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) is accepting applications for its 2027 Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP), a three-month research program for PhD students interested in interdisciplinary research and the wider relevance of their work.
- 1 min
- Call for Applications
- Research Fellowships
- NEWS
Celebrating the First “Ask a STEMist” Podcast Session
We have always believed that the people behind STEM deserve to be seen and heard beyond their titles and qualifications.
- 3 min
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