women all over the world
have striven in solidarity*
for better pay and conditions
at our work places
women all over the world
being the driving engines
as scientists, doctors, teachers, etc
bringing their professional skills
to our communities
women all over the world
showing creativity in the fields
of literature, painting and design
their flair can be seen
in our cultural paradigms
women all over the world
your aunty
your sister
your friend
who are talented ladies
in whatever they turn
their hands to
woman all over the world
bearing the next generation of children
ensuring their endowments
*continue on this our planet
NB: A homage to all women, on International Women's Day.