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African women in science and development, bridging the gender gap

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  • Founou, Luria Leslie
  • Yamba, Kaunda
  • Kouamou, Vinie
  • Asare Yeboah, Esther Eyram
  • Saidy, Binta
  • Jawara, Lalia A.
  • Bah, Haddy
  • Sambe Ba, Bissoume
  • Aworh, Mabel Kamweli
  • Darboe, Saffiatou

Abstract

Science and technology play a fundamental role in driving social progress and economic growth in today’s rapidly evolving world. Yet, despite considerable advancements, the gender gap in science remains a harsh reality, particularly for African women. This inequality directly impedes their invaluable perspectives and contributions to scientific advancements and innovations. Africa’s development requires significant investment in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields and leadership. This opinion piece delves into the gender disparity prevailing in STEM, emphasizes the challenges that African women experience, highlights the immense potential that African women possess, and finally advocates for immediate efforts to bridge this gap.

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  • Founou, Luria Leslie & Yamba, Kaunda & Kouamou, Vinie & Asare Yeboah, Esther Eyram & Saidy, Binta & Jawara, Lalia A. & Bah, Haddy & Sambe Ba, Bissoume & Aworh, Mabel Kamweli & Darboe, Saffiatou, 2023. "African women in science and development, bridging the gender gap," World Development Perspectives, Elsevier, vol. 31(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:wodepe:v:31:y:2023:i:c:s2452292923000449
    DOI: 10.1016/j.wdp.2023.100528
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