Simplified version of the Addis Ababa Declaration on gender equality in Africa

Based on the meeting convened from 6th-8th of July 2004 by the heads of state and governments of member states of African union during the 3rd ordinary session of assembly in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, a solemn declaration on gender equality in Africa was agreed upon and adopted. This decision was to come up with the declaration is historic achievement not seen in any other continent or region in the world.