Digitalization and Gender Equality in Political Leadership in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Summary:
We examine the impact of digitalization on people’s perceptions of women as political leaders in 34 Sub-Saharan African countries. We find that being a social media or internet user is linked to a higher likelihood of people supporting gender equality in political leadership. However, the intensive margin of usage does not appear to be significant. Furthermore, women’s perceptions of gender equality in political leadership are more sensitive to internet and social media use than men’s. The paper recommends policies for improving ICT infrastructure and investing in technological education.
Series:
Working Paper No. 2023/122
Subject:
Digitalization Gender Gender diversity Gender inequality Social networks Technology Women
Frequency:
regular
English
Publication Date:
June 9, 2023
ISBN/ISSN:
9798400245039/1018-5941
Stock No:
WPIEA2023122
Format:
Paper
Pages:
26
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