Twenty-five years ago, in 2000, I visited Senegal for the first time, marking my initial steps into Africa. I was overwhelmed by the dynamism of young students and the continent's vast potential, which convinced me that Africa has a bright future ahead. Now, that conviction is becoming a reality.

The NGO Gender Coordination Network (NGO-GCN) is intensifying efforts to engage various stakeholders in developing effective strategies aimed at increasing women’s representation in the country, in different decision-making positions and promoting gender balance in leadership.

Government says it has finalized a comprehensive national policy designed to leverage science, technology, and innovation as the primary drivers of its economic development and self-reliance.