Combatting Violence Against Women in the DRC
29/10/2024Marie Ntoki, a 30-year-old mother of three, stands as a testament to resilience amid adversity. One fateful day, while collecting water for her family in her village, armed militia attacked.
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International Day of Rural Women: Celebrating Africa’s Agricultural Backbone
15/10/2024“I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.” This is an excellent quote that captures the resilience of rural women across Africa. Each.
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International Day of the Girl Child: A Vision for the Future
11/10/2024Akpotutari, a 14-year-old girl from a rural community in Nigeria, dreams of becoming a doctor. She studies in the evenings, despite the limited electricity in her village. Like many girls.
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Top 20 Global Initiatives Advancing Gender Equality in Africa
04/09/2024“Women’s rights are human rights, and human rights are women’s rights.” — Hillary Rodham Clinton Hillary Clinton’s powerful declaration highlights the essential role of gender equality in the progress of.
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Equality Action Fund in Africa: Why it Matters
13/08/2024From gender-based violence to economic inequality, the barriers hindering the progress of African women are deeply entrenched. The continent faces a daunting array of gender inequalities. Statistics paint a glaring.
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Dissecting Key Solutions to African Women’s Health Issues
05/08/2024Amina Kipkirui, a 32-year-old mother of three from rural Kenya, embodies the struggles faced by many African women regarding healthcare access. Diagnosed with cervical cancer, Amina’s journey through diagnosis, treatment,.
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Women in African Sports: Hurdles Broken, Victories Won
18/07/2024As the world celebrates progress in promoting gender equality, the African continent is witnessing increased participation and success of women in sports. From trailblazing athletes to pioneering leaders, women are.
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Gambia’s FGM Law Under Threat: What’s at Stake?
10/07/2024In December 2015, Gambia made a monumental decision to outlaw female genital mutilation (FGM), a practice that has long been embedded in the cultural fabric of many African societies. This.
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Rural Maternal Mortality: Addressing the Silent Tragedy in Africa
20/05/2024Childbirth is a pivotal celebration of life, a culmination of hope. Yet, for far too many women in rural Africa, this joyous occasion carries a chilling undercurrent of fear. The.
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Voices of Change: Survivors of Female Genital Mutilation
16/05/2024“We have to break the silence, silence is what allows FGM practice to continue,” these were the exact words of renowned campaigner, Jaha Dukureh. Dukureh is a mother, a Female Genital.
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