Introduction
Femicide, the intentional killing of women, is one of the most urgent social challenges facing South Africa today. Every …
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CELEBRATING WOMEN’S RIGHTS IN AFRICA: FOCUS ON COTE D’IVOIRE
Introduction
As is customary, March 8th is reserved for the celebration of women’s rights. However, as the place of women …
Women’s Rights: Men speak out on discrimination against women
Introduction
Although Senegal is considered to be a ‘State governed by the rule of law’, it is experiencing difficulties in …
Women And War: What Is Being Done To Empower Young Women And Girls?
Introduction
2020 was a historical year for women and peace. It commemorated the 20th anniversary of the UN Security …
In Conversation With Madhvi Dalal Founder Of PadMad Kenya
Madhvi Dalal is the founder of PadMad Kenya, an initiative committed to improving women’s health by teaching society about menstrual …
What Is Clitoridectomy?
In northern and eastern countries in Africa, the most severe form of female genital mutilation (FGM), clitoridectomy, is …
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti: The Lisabi Lioness
Funmilayo Ransome Kuti
Funmilayo Ransome Kuti was a Nigerian activist. She dedicated her life to fighting for greater economic and …
Protest And The Female Body
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Women in recently marched in protest against the Nigerian government. …
What is breast ironing and what are its consequences?
WHAT IS BREAST IRONING?
Breast ironing, also known as breast flattening, is a process that involves pounding or beating a …
Women in politics: in Sub-Saharan Africa and Beyond
There is an inequality between the number of men and the number of women who are involved in politics across …