Review and appraisal of the achievements in the integration of women in the development process within the context of the United Nations Decade for Women

Abstract

While these concrete proposals still remain valid bases for action, the worsening economic and social conditions in Africa continue to place severe limitations on available resources and affect women most heavily. This situation is compelling Africa to reorient its future action and strategies for overall development and the advancement of women towards, improving selected basic priority sectors which can induce positive changes with multiplier effects within the economy and society. In many respects the implementation of the plans and programmes of action during the Decade have improved the condition of African women