AWC Unveils Nine-Point Agenda for Women's Empowerment

The African Women’s Conference (AWC) concluded a three-day conference in Accra, Ghana, from November 4 to 6, 2026, adopting a nine-point agenda aimed at advancing women's rights across Africa. Nigerian Delegate Chizoba Ogbeche highlighted concerns over the weak implementation of existing laws protecting women and girls.

The resolutions, signed by Convener Dr Jummai Ahmadu, called for stronger enforcement of the Maputo Protocol and relevant ECOWAS commitments. Key proposals included a binding 50 percent representation target for women in political offices, measures to end child and forced marriage, and initiatives to improve women's land and property rights.

The conference also endorsed a pooled fund initiative to support rural women entrepreneurs. Dr Jacquelin Mohair emphasized the need for institutional partnerships to enhance women's access to markets.

AWC 2026 Chairperson Princess Hauwa Aduda praised the conference's outcomes and pledged to support the implementation of the resolutions in the Federal Capital Territory.