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IFSW Africa

Social Work has a long history in Africa stemming back to pre-colonial times.  The region now comprises 25 IFSW members who are working toward the establishment of a recognised social work profession association in all the region’s countries, and the visibility of the profession’s contributions in addressing the complex factors of poverty, HIV eradication, gender equality and self-led community empowerment.

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    La Région Afrique de la FITS annonce des engagements forts lors de la Conférence continentale 2025 à Dakar, au Sénégal
    December 11, 2025
    La Région Afrique de la Fédération Internationale des Travailleuses et Travailleurs Sociaux (FITS) a conclu sa Conférence régionale 2025 à Dakar avec un appel renouvelé en faveur de systèmes de services sociaux plus solides, d’une protection accrue pour les groupes vulnérables et d’une collaboration régionale renforcée afin de promouvoir la cohésion sociale et le développement durable sur l’ensemble du continent.
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    IFSW Africa Region Issues Strong Commitments at 2025 Continental Conference in Dakar, Senegal
    December 11, 2025
    The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Africa Region concluded its 2025 Regional Conference in Dakar with a renewed call for stronger social service systems, enhanced protection for vulnerable groups, and deeper regional collaboration to advance social cohesion and sustainable development across the continent.
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    Historic Launch Unites Social Workers Across South Africa
    November 23, 2025
    IFSW Africa President, Oluwatoni Adeleke On 20 November 2025, the Social Workers Association of South Africa (SASWA) held its inaugural launch at the Auditorium, Future Africa Campus, University of Pretoria.
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    IFSW Africa Condemns Rising Killings, Abductions, and Attacks Across Nigeria, Calls for Action Ahead of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
    November 23, 2025
    The International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Africa Region expresses deep concern and condemnation over the escalating killings, abductions, and violent attacks unfolding across Nigeria, particularly in  Kwara, Kebbi, Niger, Nasarawa and other affected states.
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