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Continental FrameworkAfrican Union

AU Framework Alignment

Gender Equality Sector

Analyzing alignment with African Union instruments including Agenda 2063, the Maputo Protocol, and other continental frameworks.

Overall AU Alignment
70%
Instruments Analyzed
3

AU frameworks reviewed

Cross-Cutting Themes
4

Thematic areas covered

Gap Analysis Summary: Gender Equality

Overall Alignment

71%Minor Gap

AU Framework Alignment

70%Minor Gap

UN Framework Alignment

72%Minor Gap
0
Critical Gap
0
Significant Gap
1
Moderate Gap
2
Minor Gap
0
Fully Aligned

Key Findings

  • 0 instruments show full alignment with EAC frameworks
  • 3 total areas identified for improvement
  • AU alignment (70%) is weaker than UN alignment (72%)
2003Partial AlignmentMinor Gap
Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa
Maputo Protocol
72%
Alignment Score

The first legally binding international instrument to explicitly call for an end to female genital mutilation and to guarantee comprehensive rights to women including the right to take part in the political process, social and political equality with men, and reproductive health rights.

Monitoring Body

African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights

Reporting Cycle

Every 2 years

Key Provisions

Article 2: Elimination of Discrimination Against Women
Article 3: Right to Dignity
Article 4: Rights to Life, Integrity and Security
Article 5: Elimination of Harmful Practices
Article 9: Right to Participation in Political and Decision-Making Process
Article 14: Health and Reproductive Rights
Article 17: Right to Positive Cultural Context

Relevant Articles for Gender Equality

Article 2Article 3Article 4Article 5Article 9Article 14
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2018Partial AlignmentMinor Gap
AU Strategy for Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment 2018-2028
AU Gender Strategy
70%
Alignment Score

A ten-year strategy to guide actions at continental, regional and national levels towards the achievement of gender equality and women's empowerment in Africa.

Monitoring Body

AU Women, Gender and Youth Directorate

Reporting Cycle

Annual

Key Provisions

Pillar 1: Maximizing Outcomes, Opportunities and Tech Dividends
Pillar 2: Dignity, Security and Resilience
Pillar 3: Effective Laws, Policies and Institutions
Pillar 4: Leadership, Voice and Visibility

Relevant Articles for Gender Equality

Pillar 1Pillar 2Pillar 3Pillar 4
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2015Emerging AlignmentModerate Gap
Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want
Agenda 2063
60%
Alignment Score

Africa's blueprint and master plan for transforming Africa into the global powerhouse of the future. It is the continent's strategic framework that aims to deliver on its goal for inclusive and sustainable development.

Monitoring Body

African Union Commission

Reporting Cycle

Biennial

Key Provisions

Aspiration 1: A prosperous Africa based on inclusive growth and sustainable development
Aspiration 2: An integrated continent, politically united
Aspiration 3: An Africa of good governance, democracy, respect for human rights
Aspiration 4: A peaceful and secure Africa
Aspiration 5: An Africa with a strong cultural identity
Aspiration 6: An Africa whose development is people-driven
Aspiration 7: Africa as a strong, united and influential global player

Relevant Articles for Gender Equality

Aspiration 6
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Cross-Cutting Themes

Women's Economic Empowerment

Political Participation

GBV Prevention

Legal Reform