South Africa: South Africa's War On Gender Violence Overlooks Children - Activists

What's the context? Don't forget the children, say rights groups after protests against gender-based violence sweep across the country. Read more »

Nigeria: Meet the Nollywood Women Breaking Silence On Postnatal Depression

What's the context? A Nollywood filmmaker tackles postnatal depression to help end the stigma and push for more care in Nigeria and across Africa. Read more »

Malawi: How USAID Cuts Could Undermine Battle Against Fistula in Malawi

What's the context? In Malawi, USAID cuts put pressure on maternal health services, including treatment for women with fistula. Read more »

Africa: Climate Risks to Health Set to Worsen Inequity, Harm Children

From poor families in flood-prone homes to women required to cover up in extreme heat, climate change will hit the health of vulnerable groups the hardest, warns Kristie Ebi Read more »

Sudan: 'It's About Freedom' - Women On the Frontline of Uprising

When public protests erupted in Sudan over the rising cost of bread almost two months ago, women's rights activist Hala Al-Karib did not hesitate to join the masses on the streets… Read more »

South Sudan: Going to School Unlikely If You're a Girl - Report Says

"Over 130 million girls are still out of school - that's over 130 million potential engineers, entrepreneurs, teachers and politicians whose leadership the world is missing out on" Read more »