In Dandora, one of the most notorious slums in Nairobi, gang rape has become the order of the day, according to Phyllis Mbeke, the programme manager of an non-governmental ... Read more »
South Africa has become one of the first countries to sign a commitment pledge with the United Nations to end violence against women and girls. Read more »
The general election has proved an uphill task for women in politics with only 16 having been elected to the National Assembly out of 290 seats. Read more »
While African women have made remarkable progress in emancipation and empowerment, significant challenges remain, writes African Arguments. Read more »
Government, rights groups and civil society in South Africa have joined the rest of the world in honouring women on International Women’s Day. Read more »
President Jacob Zuma has cautioned that South Africa's citizens should not paint the country as inherently violent. He was speaking amidst the various incidents of rape against ... Read more »
As the world celebrates International Women's day, Kenya is taking part in the general elections where a number of women have inspired us by their courage and effort in running for ... Read more »
A baby girl with what appears to be two heads has been delivered at the General Hospital, Malumfashi, Katsina State. Read more »
Melissa Chikurema was crowned Miss 21st February Movement at a pageant meant to celebrate President Robert Mugabe's birthday. Read more »
A new partnership will make a long-acting contraceptive implant available to millions of women in developing countries at a discounted price. Read more »
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