AfCFTA Series EP2, Pt2: Womens Economic Empowerment & Gender Equality

ASU Sports Business Podcast

In collaboration with the African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa we look at how Sport can support the inclusive implementation of the AfCFTA. The African Continental Free Trade Area is the largest single market in the world comprising of 54 member nations as Africa looks to continue its economic growth.

Recorded in 2021, this podcast shall focus on Women's Economic Empowerment & Gender Equality, looking at how sports can aid this and the various means and opportunities by which this can happen.

Split over 2 podcasts, Part 2 will cover an excellent 40 minute round table discussion with 3 female leaders in their field.

- Amy Wanday (host) - a social entrepreneur, women's advocate & founder of African Sports Network

- Jean Sseninde - Former Professional Football player & now Director of Women's Football at South Sudan Football Association

- Kimberly Coats - Co-Founder of Team Africa Rising

All these women have and continue to break down barriers and create opportunities in difficult circumstances. We hear on their experiences and how sport can provide both an economic and social empowerment for women.

Timestamp:

00:00 - 02:40 - Introduction

02:40 - 07:05 - Gender Equality & Women in Sports

07:05 - 12:05 - Jean Sseninde's work and the benefit to young girls

12:05 - 20:10 - The importance of empowering Female cyclists

20:10 - 28:15 - Overcoming cultural barriers through sport

28:15 - 37:25 - Lack of investment for women in sports

37:25 - 45:49 - What needs to done to advance women in sports