This policy document is based on the critical contributions and outcomes of the 2013 AWDF convening on Economic Empowerment and Livelihoods in Cape Town, South Africa, from the 3rd-4th of May, ahead of the World Economic Forum Africa meeting, “Delivering on Africa’s Promise”. The conversation brought together stakeholders – donors, grantee partners, researchers and policy makers- to discuss the recognition of African women’s economic empowerment as central to women’s equality and broader development goals of economic growth and poverty reduction. The document captures the daily struggles of African women and the steps they are taking to improve their lives economically.
“We hope that this document will influence discussions and decisions around recognising and improving women’s economic participation and development in Africa and globally.” says Nafi Chinery, AWDF’s Capacity Building Programme Specialist.