HEADLINES Congolese Prison Rape Scandal: 268 Women Victimised A devastating report reveals the widespread rape and sexual violence at Kinshasa’s Makala prison, has sparked urgent calls for improved protection and living conditions for women and girls in Congolese prisons. Human Rights Watch Life Sentences for Gang Rape in Liberia Two men,…
Photo credit-: Dii Nyau via pexels Water and sanitation, which might be seen as the basic needs that must be available to all, is a luxury in some parts of the world. A foresight that billions of people might lack access to water is one of the reasons why Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6 sets…
HEADLINES Heroic Rescue of Women and Children from ADF The Uganda Peoples’ Defense Forces (UPDF) and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) have rescued ten individuals, including women and children, from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) in Eastern DRC. This mission, marked by bravery and precision, also provided medical care to…
The regulations governing gender eligibility in sports reflect the influence of societal and cultural perceptions of femininity and masculinity, impacting athletes’ behaviors and experience. Eligibility rules have to a greater degree affected African female athletes due to their naturally high testosterone levels or variations in sex development. Critics argue that these regulations lack scientific basis and…
HEADLINES GHANA PASSES AFFIRMATIVE ACTION LAW FOR GENDER EQUALITY Ghana has taken a significant step towards gender equality with the passage of the Affirmative Action (Gender Equality) Bill on August 9, 2024. This landmark law mandates women’s representation in decision-making bodies and introduces gender-responsive budgeting, according to Ghana report EGYPT AND FAO DISCUSS EMPOWERING RURAL…
Many women experience various health concerns related to their reproductive systems during their monthly cycles. Common issues include cramps, acne, nausea, facial swelling, vomiting, and fever, amongst others. However, one symptom that stands out as particularly significant…
HEADLINES ZIMBABWEAN MARA MAKUNURA BECOMES MAYOR IN UK Zimbabwean born Mara Makunura breaks new ground as she becomes the first Black African female Mayor of Rushmoor Borough Council. This is according to the Observer news, This move inspires a new era of inclusive leadership EX-MINISTER CLEARED IN NIECE’S MURDER CASE…
Breastfeeding is the process of feeding a child or infant with a mother’s natural milk. It is the most important step after childbirth. As a crucial aspect of child development, breastfeeding is a form of bonding between the child and mother and is necessary for the child’s physical, mental, emotional, and psychological growth. The success…
PHOTO CREDIT: Fatima Yusuf on unsplash Education is a powerful tool that empowers individuals from diverse…
Photo Credit: Kalex Ofoedu “We all have the capacity to do so many things. If we can just lose fear and step out. Don’t worry about making mistakes, don’t worry about falling because you are going to fall, but you see, you would learn so many from that falling.” Born on January 31, 1952, to…
Photo Credit: eibner saliba-Unsplash.com All over Africa, conflicts, dwindling economies, hunger, and inadequate healthcare facilities are some of the factors that have truncated the importance dedicated to breastfeeding. The World Breastfeeding Week, 2024 came at a desperate time more than ever before, especially for mothers in countries with serious cases of…
Observed every 31st of July, Pan African Women’s Day now marking its 62nd anniversary, celebrates the achievements, struggles, and contributions of African women. This year’s theme “Invest in Education: Securing the Future of Women and Girls in Africa.” focuses on empowering women through quality education. The African Union dedicated the day to gender equality…
