A Woman of Firsts

Edna Adan Ismail, often referred to as ‘The Muslim Mother Teresa,’ overcame significant challenges including imprisonment, mutilation, and persecution to advocate for women's health in Africa. Witnessing the dire impacts of poor healthcare and ancient superstitions on Somali women's lives, Edna became the first midwife in Somaliland and a passionate educator and campaigner. Amid her country's struggle for independence, she served as the First Lady and the first female cabinet minister, ultimately building a highly regarded hospital to train future healthcare professionals. This audiobook tells the inspiring story of Edna's resilience and commitment to changing lives.