Fourth Industrial Revolution and Women’s Peacebuilding Initiatives in Africa

Omosefe Oyekanmi, Tinuade Adekunbi Ojo

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Abstract

While Africa has yet to fully embrace the advancements of the Third Industrial Revolution, particularly in the integration of electronics and information technology for automated production, the imperative shift towards the adoption and utilisation of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is crucial for enhancing women’s involvement in peacebuilding. Despite possessing abundant resources and considerable potential, the continent faces numerous challenges hindering the optimal implementation of 4IR to address persistent conflicts, instability, and insecurity. This chapter delves into an exploration of how the Fourth Industrial Revolution impacts the roles, opportunities, and challenges faced by women in various cultural and geopolitical contexts within the realm of peacebuilding. Furthermore, it examines the potential applications of 4IR tools in initiatives led by women for peacebuilding, featuring concrete examples drawn from existing projects and initiatives. Employing a qualitative methodology for data collection and analysis, including the scrutiny of case studies and relevant literature, the chapter aims to illustrate the transformative influence of empowering women with 4IR tools to foster effective and inclusive peacebuilding throughout the African continent.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAfrican Women in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Subtitle of host publicationChange, Policies, and Approaches
PublisherTaylor and Francis
Pages254-266
Number of pages13
ISBN (Electronic)9781040193907
ISBN (Print)9781032852737
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2024

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Social Sciences
  • General Business,Management and Accounting
  • General Engineering
  • General Computer Science

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