7 Most Influential And Stylish African First Ladies

The link between fashion and politics is stronger now than at any time. It can be difficult when selecting a wardrobe that must please everyone, convey an aura of demure finesse and understanding of the semiotics of style. 

First ladies in Africa have set an example both in manners and in fashion, as well as their aspiration to celebrate the culture of Africa.

Some of the first ladies are stunning, charming and appealing; highly educated, smart and above all, GRACIOUS.

Here are 7 Most Influential and stylish African First Ladies.

Chantal Biya ( Cameroon)

Chantal has gained both National and International Prominence. She is popularly known as the 'Queen of Hearts' in Cameroon. She is not only influential but also well-known for her hairstyle and her signature style called the "Banane". 

Chantal was married to Cameroon President Paul Biya on 23 April 1994, after his first wife, Jeanne-Irène Biya died in 1992. 

Biya has popularised other styles collectively known as the Chantal Biya. She is also known because of her exotic wardrobe comprised of high-end Western labels such as Chanel and Dior.

2. Margaret Gakuo Kenyatta (Kenya)

Kenya’s first lady Margaret is popularly known for her elegant taste in cultural outfits. She also has a thing for African jewellery especially the Maasai cultural rings.

She is not only known for her Youthful glow but also brilliant, vibrant and creative. 

3.  Ana Paula Dos Santos (Angola) 

A former fashion model, Ana Paula dos Santos knew her husband the current president of Angola `João Lourenço from her time as a flight attendant.

She has a degree in teaching and law and is a member of the International Steering Committee. 

4. Princess Lalla Salma (Morocco)

Princess Lalla Salma is the wife of the King of Morocco, Mohammed the VI is the first wife of a Moroccan ruler to have been publicly acknowledged and given a royal title.

Lalla Salma is both beautiful, smart, and holds a degree in engineering. The mother of three has a lot of influence in the government of Morocco, and also supports different cancer associations and founded one of her own.

5. Aisha Buhari (Nigeria)

Aisha Buhari has been described as the mother of the nation even though the office of the First Lady does not exist at the moment in Nigeria. 

She got married to President Muhammadu Buhari who already had five children from a previous marriage in 1989.  

Aisha Buhari is a cosmetologist, a beauty therapist and an author.

6. Olive Lambe di Sita Kabila (Democratic Republic Of Congo)

Marie Olive Lembe di Sita is the First Lady of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. She was the long-term girlfriend of Congolese President Joseph Kabila whom she married on 17 June 2006, becoming her country’s First Lady. 

When it comes to fashion Olive has a great taste in locally made clothes.

7. Sylvia Bongo Ondimba (Gabon) 

Sylvia Bongo Ondimba is the first lady of Gabon. Her style is unique and she looks good in just about anything she decides to put on. Sylvia founded "For the Family" foundation in 2011 to improve the condition of disadvantaged and vulnerable people around the world. 

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