Panel Discussion

Despite most African countries leaning towards patriarchial societies, there is a strong tradition of powerful women in the public space. Therefore, it is not surprising to find feminism thriving. However, as traditional approaches to gender roles evolve and the younger generations face new challenges, inevitably, strategic disagreements have emerged within the feminist movement. Where do 

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Our constant desire for economic growth is based on an understanding that we all want to prosper, and flourish in life. Across the globe, most countries are managing to make some progress, but within their borders, achieving equitable sharing of the dividends of economic growth is proving difficult. There is a fierce tug-of-war between the 

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In this discussion about Young Adult publishing in Africa two powerful works will be discussed. Ruby Yayra Goka, one of Ghana’s most celebrated children’s book authors, has produced a riveting YA novel. A young woman speaks out against her wealthy abuser, the son of her employer. Through the life of an ordinary girl from a 

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