Interviews

Interview with Justice Fiona Mwale: High Court Judge

“Success is an attitude. Circumstances are there to challenge us, not bring us down. Whilst I can’t do it all, I do my best at what I can”

“Young people should put away the fear of rejection and knock on the right doors of opportunity”

“Being a star alone doesn’t cut it. The requirement is to help others be as good, strong and productive as you yourself strive to be.”

“There are lots of people who still think women are not as capable in engineering. We need to get the story right for future generations.”

“The most limiting thing you can do is to wait for everything to be completely lined up before you act. Stop focusing on perfect”

“Ambitious women need to think more strategically about their careers and be proactive rather than reactive”

“You don’t need to follow any social convention. Think different. Everything is yours if you focus your mind”

“As a woman, when you get to the top, you cannot relax. You have to work twice as hard to stay there”

“Be an expert in your field. Believe in yourself and what you are doing”

“Credibility comes from being able to demonstrate your capabilities and not making excuses because of your gender”