Nairobi, Feb. 21 -- Over the years, the empowerment of women has increasingly been recognised as a critical aspect of social progress and sustainable development. This is especially evident in the field of science, where their leadership plays a pivotal role in encouraging more girls to embrace science-related careers and achieve sustainable development through economic prosperity, social justice, and environmental integrity.

As the world marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science this month, the importance of acknowledging the active role that they play in society once again comes to the fore. In the face of calamities such as drought and disease, women tend to be the most disproportionately affected among vulnerable grou...