Africa’s pivotal moment: Ushering in a more determined era of gender equality at CSW69
As the 69th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) commences, Africa is poised to illuminate the global dialogue on gender equality. This year’s session, scheduled from 10 to 21 March 2025, represents a remarkable milestone, the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. “The main focus of CSW69 will be on reviewing and appraising the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, as well as the outcomes of the 23rd special session of the General Assembly. The review will assess current challenges affecting the implementation of the Platform for Action, gender equality, women's empowerment, and contributions to achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.” As the world reflects on the strides taken since the adoption of the Beijing Platform for Action, Africa’s voice must emerge with power. We must showcase our commitment to creating an environment with no violence against w...