The programme recognises the potential of STI role to enhance the contribution of women to sustainable development in Africa. Women in Africa are the majority contributors to family food security through smallholder subsistence farming. With increasing vulnerabilities, their capacity to feed Africa shall be limited. Furthermore, the participation of women in economic activities along the agricultural value chains has also remained negligible. In addition, women are more vulnerable to the impact of climate change. Enhancing access to STI by women, such as agro-technologies, climate innovations and digital solutions can contribute towards addressing the socio-economic challenges facing African women today.
The programme aims to empower women, youth and vulnerable groups to harness science, technology and innovation for economic, social and environmental sustainability in Africa. It strives to achieve this goal by providing policy choices that exploit the potential of women, youth and other marginalised groups to harness STI for sustainable and diversified livelihoods and socio-economic development in Africa. The programme recognises the potential of STI’s role in enhancing the contribution of women to sustainable development in Africa. It focuses key activities that promotes the uptake of STI solutions (by youth, women and marginalised persons)
