African women in development

Abstract

The paper contains a selection of speeches on the subject of women in development from 1977 to 1989 delivered by the ECA Executive Secretary, Professor Adebayo Adedeji. The speech provided first historical perspectives on the evolution of the involvement by ECA in activities Related to women, within the framework of other activities undertaken. Second they discuss the situation of women in Africa in its many dimensions particularly problem-areas which required particular attention. Second they discussed the situation the situation of women in Africa in its many dimensions particularly problems area, which required organized attention. Third, the report revealed the thinking of the writer, over time, what should be done to enhance the position of women in African society. Finally, it provided guideline for future action by increasing the number of International, governmental and nongovernmental organizations and bodies working in this field.