Insight into the Organizational Culture and Challenges Faced by Women STEM Leaders in Africa

Compared to their men counterparts, women do not rapidly climb up the leadership ladder due a glass ceiling obstacle. This study aims explore inhibiting factors demotivating Africa women’s pursuit in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). A qualitative approach was adopted using online open-ended questions seek narratives from African leaders on roles experiences of STEM career. Data were collected non-probability, purposive sample research institutes universities. Forty-two positions 12 countries participated study, which content analyzed, seeking patterns themes narratives. common thread exists tone life STEM. Scholarship, supportive organizational structure, commitment, hard work, tenacity all experienced as enablers career path process attained positions. The education level contributed strong position. Women experience less acceptance than males culture still devalues several countries. study’s contribution, limitations, recommendations, managerial implications are discussed, with suggestions for further made.