Introduction: “Human rights have become a golden prison, where man forgets himself and lets society sink into the abyss of decadence.” This provocative quote reveals the complex nature of the evolution of human rights and its impact on contemporary society. While human rights were established to guarantee the dignity and
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Embracing Left-Handedness: Breaking the Myths
Introduction In many cultures around the world, left-handedness has been viewed with suspicion or even fear. Uganda is no exception, with a history of associating left-handedness with negativity. This article explores the transformation of Ugandan society’s perception of left-handedness, from a time of harsh reprimands to a place of acceptance
International orphans: the migration crisis in Zimbabwe
Introduction There is a common trend between Zimbabwe and South Africa, where the citizens are always fighting on social media especially X (twitter). Well, it’s probably common among neighboring countries, as they act like siblings. One example is a twitter war (twar) in 2023, and one South African labeled Zimbabweans
Physical autonomy: the best way for women to enjoy self-independence
Introduction Bodily autonomy refers to a woman’s ability to make decisions about her body and her future by extension. It is one of the most basic sexual and reproductive rights recognized for women. This is indeed the basis of gender equality. But this right is struggling to be respected in
THE RIGHT TO AN OPINION: THROWING LIGHT ON MEDICAL GASLIGHTING
Introduction The right to express an opinion without constraint is globally a well-known concept. It necessitates freedom, individuality, and autonomy. This right has been expressed in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; one of the most ratified human rights treaties in the world. The right to an
Trafficking Orphaned Children
Introduction Child trafficking deprives them of their rights to education, access to health care, and human dignity. It should be noted that it most often affects children from disadvantaged backgrounds or children without family support. It is a widespread scourge in the Sahel and particularly in Niger and generally affects
How Poverty Among Young Girls Contributes to the Proliferation of HIV & AIDS
Introduction Due to issues of gendered poverty in rural communities that affect mostly young women, many young women opt to engage in sexual relationships with only men who have a source of monthly income for economic and survival motives. Unconsciously, young women used to say, “Ngizomenzani umfana ongasebenzi”, which translates
FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION: A CONTINUOUS PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL PAIN INFLICTED ON GIRLS IN AFRICA
Introduction Female Genital Mutilation or excision involves the partial or total removal of the external genital organs of women or any other injury to female genital organs that are practiced for non-medical reasons. Generally, they are performed on young girls between childhood and the age of 15 by a traditional
The Impact of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) on Both Male and Females
Introduction Gender-based violence (GBV) is the harm done to a person against his/her will. It encompasses different forms of violence affecting not only girls and women but also boys and men. However, it is women and girls who are the most affected at all stages of their lives (excision, rape,
Freedom of expression on social networks
Introduction Freedom of expression is a fundamental right enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Defined by the same declaration in 1948 as the right of the individual to make known the product of his intellectual activity to those around him, today one unfortunately must recognise
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