The Young African Policy Research Hub (YAPORH) is excited to share the recently released publication, “Gender Equality and International Law in Africa: The Role of Regional Economic Communities.” This groundbreaking report, developed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in collaboration with Equality Now, provides a comprehensive analysis of the status of gender equality and women’s rights across Africa’s Regional Economic Communities (RECs).
The report explores the ratification, domestication, and implementation of international and regional instruments on gender equality within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), and the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS). It highlights challenges, gaps, and opportunities while providing actionable insights for advancing gender equality in Africa.
Key Focus Areas Include:
- Economic rights and empowerment
- Addressing harmful practices
- Women’s political participation
- Combating sexual and gender-based violence
This publication is a must-read for policymakers, advocates, and researchers dedicated to promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment in Africa.
👉 Download the report here: Gender Equality and International Law in Africa: The Role of Regional Economic Communities
