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West Africa has witnessed growing levels of conflicts, political violence, the proliferation of armed groups and extreme weather events that have put the lives of millions of people at risk of further displacement in the region.

The COVID-19 pandemic and efforts to control it have threatened livelihoods, introduced new workplace risks and made unstable work relationships even more precarious, especially for women.

Refugee and displaced populations, and the vulnerable communities with whom they share space, are at high risk for acquiring COVID-19 because their living conditions make it impossible to practice physical distancing and isolation or to access quality healthcare.

Sexual violence is one of the key issues and research areas for adolescent reproductive health in West Africa.

Adolescents in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly those in low-income urban settlements, are at significant risk of poor sexual and reproductive health (SRH).

The economic crises experienced by African countries since the end of the 1970s, as well as the ensuing structural adjustment programs, have relegated scientific research and technological innovation to the bottom of the list of national and continental priorities.