Luanda — The secretary for Social Affairs of the President of the Republic, Simão Helena, Wednesday in Luanda appealed to the African Women to engage more and more in education in order for them hold decision making posts.

The president's aide said so while speaking on the sidelines of the round table on "The African renaissance, the role of the Pan African Women Organisation (PAWO)".

The official stressed that educated women represent a pillar for the growth and harmony of any society.

He also spoke of the gender and development in the African context.

According to him, women show more sensitivity in the interpretation, opinion and decision making.

The sources also spoke of the need for continued effort toward the combat of domestic violence.

The event was intended to welcome and disseminate the role of women on the continent in favour of solidarity, gender equality, active participation and involvement in decision making at all levels.

The meeting reflected on the role of the PAWO, strengthened the approach on the gender in the development in the African context.