Introduction In March 1995, a meeting held in Lomé, organized by Women in Law and Development in Africa (WILDAF), highlighted the need to establish a protocol on women’s rights within the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights. The Organization of African Unity (OAU) mandated the African Court on Human
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Women’s right in the Egyptian countryside
Introduction Even though women are 48.6% of Egyptian society, according to recent governmental statistics, they suffer in a male-dominated society which prefers men. This gender discrimination is crystal clear in many remote and countryside areas where females struggle to prove their right to be treated as equal to men. Gender
THE CHALLENGE OF WOMEN’S ACCESS TO LAND IN BURKINA FASO
INTRODUCTION The vulnerability of women remains unquestionable, as gender issues persist despite various efforts and achievements. It is in this context that women often encounter numerous prejudices in their quest to access land for productive activities. Therefore, it is legitimate to question: Why do women struggle to access land? What
HONOUR CRIMES: BLATANT VIOLATION OF WOMEN’S RIGHTS
Introduction An honour crime or honour killing is the intentional murder of a relative, in order to protect the family’s dignity and honour. It is believed to have originated from several tribal customs when a dishonourable act has been committed, in order to protect the family from moral stigmatization by
Women’s Right to Access to Justice: The Law and Practice in Ethiopia
Introduction Women face disproportionate marginalization, which results in broad-ranging restrictions on their full and effective participation in society. This marginalization is further aggravated by cultural, social, structural, and legal barriers that hinder their access to justice. Therefore, this article will address the right of women to access justice in Ethiopia