Despite notable progress in women’s empowerment across West Africa and beyond, the question remains: has patriarchy truly loosened its grip, or does it continue to shape decision-making spaces?

From politics and business to community leadership, women have made significant strides, yet barriers like cultural norms, unconscious bias, and structural inequality persist.

This episode of 50-50 explores whether women are genuinely sharing power or if they are still being sidelined at the decision-making table.