Introduction Unlike the education of boys, which has always been unhindered, the education of girls in Africa has, for as long as anyone can remember, been a much-discussed subject, yet there still seem to be no reliable solutions to this injustice. There are many reasons for this disparity. However, one
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SEXUAL TONTINES IN BURKINA FASO HIGH SCHOOLS: PROSTITUTION OR PIMPING?
Introduction A worrying phenomenon known as sexual tontines is spreading among high school and university students in Burkina Faso. It’s a degrading and depraved practice. What do sexual tontines really involve? What are the causes and consequences? What can be done about it? Is it prostitution or pimping, or in
Child Marriage in Africa: A Persistent Challenge
Introduction Child marriage, a scourge on Africa’s future, persists despite efforts to eradicate it. Every year, millions of African girls are forced into early marriages, sacrificing their education, health and dreams. This entrenched practice perpetuates poverty, gender inequality and social injustice. With 125 million child brides in Africa, the continent