Learning Together to Advance Evidence and Equity in Policymaking (LEEPS) is a multi-country initiative led by the African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) that strengthens the use of evidence and equity in policymaking across Africa. The project enhances institutional and individual capacities in evidence-informed policymaking (EIP), integrates gender equity into policy processes, and nurtures networks for learning and collaboration. In its first phase (2023–2025), LEEPS focuses on reproductive health and clean energy in Kenya and Nigeria, with plans to expand across the continent. Read the brochure for details:

The global clean energy transition is essential for climate resilience but risks worsening gender inequality if women are excluded from its design and benefits. In Africa, women’s limited access to capital, technical training, and decision-making opportunities hinders their participation in the energy sector. A review of studies and interviews highlights both these challenges and successful models like Solar Sister, which show the impact of women-led initiatives. The brief recommends increasing women’s roles in energy governance, investing in financial and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, and creating tailored financing for women entrepreneurs to ensure an equitable and inclusive energy […]