In the last few years Africa has recorded some progress in the representation of women at the board and executive committee level in the private sector, this is according to a report by McKinsey. These research findings provide some hope as we continue creating awareness around the benefits of gender diversity and inclusion in organizations. The challenge however remains in the representation of women in the middle and senior management level. Research has shown that at entry level through to senior management female talent is lost along the way, a phenomenon known as \u201cLeaking Pipeline Syndrome\u201d.\u00a0 The result of this syndrome is under representation of women at management levels.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
This is of course dependent on the industry. The questions that we need to ask ourselves are;<\/p>\n
Join us at Strathmore Global Institute as we celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day and reflect on this year\u2019s theme of #Inspire Inclusion. <\/strong>The International Women\u2019s Day provides an opportunity to reflect and celebrate the holistic contribution of women at a global scale. We have put together a group of inspiring speakers from diverse backgrounds who will delve deeper into this year\u2019s theme as they share their career journeys \u2013 their successes and challenges.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>