Habiba Osman
MalawipoliticianFemale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Habiba Osman serves as the Executive Secretary of the Malawi Human Rights Commission, where she focuses on promoting human rights and gender equality. In light of recent electoral outcomes, she warns that without institutional mechanisms such as quotas or reserved seats, women will continue to face underrepresentation in Malawian politics.
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Habiba Osman described trafficking as 'modern-day slavery,' noting the Middle East has become a particular area of concern following cases involving Malawians who travelled for work and later suffered exploitation and abuse.
Human trafficking still trapping Malawians seeking work abroad, officials warn - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsNyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·Malawi· 2026-07-29
Malawi· 2026-07-29
Habiba Osman is the Malawi Human Rights Commission executive secretary.
Breaking the Silence: Lilongwe Hosts Bold Public Lecture on Sexual Orientation and Inclusion - Malawi Nyasa TimesNyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·Malawi· 2025-10-31
Malawi· 2025-10-31
Habiba Osman warned that Malawi risks entrenching a political culture where women are forever underrepresented.
Women Still Facing an Uphill Task in Malawi Politics Despite Modest Gains - Malawi Nyasa TimesNyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·Malawi· 2025-10-02
Malawi· 2025-10-02
