African women in science and development, bridging the gender gap

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

doi:10.1016/j.wdp.2023.100528

African women in science and development, bridging the gender gap

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

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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.

Original language	English
Article number	100528
Number of pages	4
Journal	World Development Perspectives
Volume	31
Early online date	22 Aug 2023
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wdp.2023.100528
Publication status	Published - 1 Sept 2023

Keywords

Africa
Development
Gender gap
Science
Women in STEM

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