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Upcoming APRI webinar ''German-Africa Feminist Development Policy: What's Next?'' In March 2023, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), under the leadership of Minister Svenja Schulze, announced the completion of its new feminist development policy strategy. This strategy aims to promote gender equality in German foreign policy, including humanitarian aid, peace negotiations and climate policy, focusing on the 3Rs: Rights, Resources and Representation. Over the past year, this strategy has provoked mixed reactions. It has also raised important questions: - What concrete actions have been taken since it was announced? - How has it affected feminist development debates in Africa? - How has it affected German-African development cooperation? The APRI-Africa Policy Research Institute invites you to a webinar on July 15, 2024, at 14:00 CET, where we will delve into these questions and more. The experts—Ms Memory Kachambwa, Executive Director of FEMNET - African Women's Development and Communication Network; Prof Josephine Ahikire, professor at Makerere University; Ms Verena Wiesner, Senior Policy Advisor at the BMZ; Ms Hala Alkarib, Regional Director of the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA) Network; and Ms Barbara Mittelhammer, Independent Policy Analyst and Consultant—will also evaluate the progress, challenges, and future directions of this policy. Register below to join us. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/edfvz5U9 #FeministPolicy #GenderEquality #Development #Webinar #APRI #BMZ #Africa #GermanDevelopmentPolicy

💡The informal sector constitutes a significant part of Africa's economy, encompassing over 70% of employment. It is characterized by low wages, productivity, and poor working conditions, particularly impacting women. Despite their crucial role, women face increasing inequality and setbacks in achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on gender equality and empowerment. These challenges are amplified in developing countries, including Africa, requiring substantial interventions. The SDGs build on the Millennium Development Goals, aiming for universal and interconnected objectives, especially promoting gender equity and fair representation. The following recommended study examines barriers for women entrepreneurs within a gender-responsive financial system, aiming to enhance their participation and societal benefits. “Enhancing Gender-Responsive Financing in Africa: A Sustainable Development Perspective” By Akolisa Ufodike and Susanna Ally -Chapter 4 Of: “Sustainable Development in Post-Pandemic Africa Effective Strategies for Resource Mobilization” Edited by Fred Olayele and Yiagadeesen Samy

🌍 Welcome to the latest edition of the ALN Academy Weekly Dispatch! This week, we explore key developments shaping Africa’s future—from tragic incidents to inspiring progress in democracy, youth leadership, and intra-Africa trade. Here's what's in focus: 🌟 Democracy Shines in Ghana: ECOWAS hails Ghana’s media for promoting democratic development ahead of the 2024 elections. 👩⚖️ Gender Equality: Ghana passes the Affirmative Action Act, ensuring 30% women’s representation in decision-making roles. 🚀 Youth Changemakers Initiative: The IOM selects 10 young leaders to tackle global migration challenges. 🌱 ESG and Climate Resilience: Africa focuses on building resilient communities to combat climate change. 📈 Intra-Africa Trade: Tanzania finds new opportunities with the DRC becoming its top export market. 💔 Mass Shooting in South Africa: A tragic attack in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, claims 17 lives, bringing attention to the growing trend of gun-related violence. 📖 Stay informed on the stories shaping Africa's trajectory - https://lnkd.in/d5ebZNii #Africa #Governance #ClimateAction #YouthLeadership #PeaceAndSecurity #Trade #GenderEquality #ALNAcademy #IntraAfricaTrade

To what extent do you consider equal female representation crucial to a country’s economic success? Equal female representation isn't just a matter of fairness; it's a powerful driver of economic growth and innovation. Diverse perspectives lead to better decision-making, increased creativity, and stronger financial performance. Investing in gender equity means investing in a brighter, more prosperous future for all. Join the conversation at the 2024 Africa Soft Power Summit in Kigali, where we'll dive deep into these critical issues and explore actionable strategies to advance gender equity in Africa. Let's shape the future together. #GenderEquityEconomics #InclusiveGrowth #EmpowerWomen #Innovation #EconomicSuccess #BGRConsulting #BGRAfrica #InvestAfrica #Africancreativity

How does gender equity fuel Africa's journey towards a sustainable future? What is the connection between meaningful female representation and development? These critical questions were at the heart of our inaugural "Intersection Series".   Our panel of experts, drawing in on insights from data, case studies, and lived experiences shared insights on how increased female representation isn't just a symbolic gesture or a moral imperative, but a key driver of progress on the continent. Want to dive deeper? Head over to our YouTube page at bit.ly/intersectionseries1 to catch the full conversation. Benite Dibateza Chukwuemeka Onyimadu Koviao Vetarera Hengari, MP Yvonne Alozie Obi

Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) 's vision is to inspire and commit to a talented community of researchers in #Africa. Catherine Kansiime (AREF Researcher Development Manager) highlights how the #capacity and #skills development of these researchers, especially women, is conducted through an #equitable and #inclusive process. #iwd2024 #march8 #inclusion #inspireinclusion

Women’s exclusion from the formal peace processes is an indication of the broad systematic gender inequality in the political, social, and economic spheres. The continued absence of women in peace processes require a re-assessment of the strategies used to promote women’s participation with a view of formulating new approaches to enhance women’s access, ascension, and leadership to formal political and peace building processes. Addressing these inequalities calls for context appropriate policies and data to inform the effectiveness and impact of the various strategic measure put in place. 🕊️The upcoming 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 will mobilize ongoing support and solidarity for improving the situation of women in the region and initiating a shift in approaches to peace, by incorporating women’s leadership and a gender perspective in the Luanda peace process. 🌐To learn more about the Forum, visit https://ow.ly/2eyH50TE3iC

🚨 Coming 🆙 Our campaign; in partnership with African Youth Action Network - AYAN and Raising Gabdho Foundation that highlights the urgent need to prioritize investing in women; especially refugee women across all sectors of society. Through series of consented interviews, the campaign will serve as a platform for refugee women to share their stories: successes, achievements, and challenges with key focus on closing the gender pay-gap, promoting women's entrepreneurship and leadership, and advancing gender-responsive economic policies. Theme: "𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧: 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭” #WomenEmpowermentUganda #RefugeeWomenStoriesUganda

⬇ Explore the inspiring insights and actionable takeaways from the Gender and Inclusion Summit 2023 in the official report. #GS23 was a groundbreaking event that united voices for the advancement of gender and inclusion by building bridges through the intersection of trade and health. https://lnkd.in/dertaGiv #buildingbridges #genderandinclusion #tradeandhealth

In Southeast Asia and the Pacific, women are pivotal in peacebuilding efforts. Insights from Bougainville, Fiji, and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao underscore the necessity of gender inclusion for lasting peace. We spoke with women leaders Miriam Labanue, Dr. Sittie Jehanne Mutin, Nurunnihar Bakil Mohammad, Adi Litia Nailatikau, and Bai Rohaya U. Mama, who shed light on the intersections of gender, conflict, and peacebuilding. Their experiences highlight the crucial role of women's voices in shaping policies and decisions for a peaceful future. Read more: https://buff.ly/3U1czNW