The theme for International Women's Day 2014 is 'inspiring change for greater awareness of women's equality' and what better way to inspire change than to start in the classroom?, ... Read more »
The government has reportedly changed its mind about allowing a new hospital that seeks to help women who have undergone genital cutting to operate in the country. Read more »
According to women's rights activists, the new anti-pornography law is being used to harass and encourage violence against women in the country. Read more »
According to a report by Save the Children, over half of the women giving birth in sub-Saharan Africa do so without skllled help - jeopardising the lives of newborns and mothers. Read more »
Colombe Akiwacu has been crowned Miss Rwanda 2014, beating 14 other contenstants to walk away with a grand prize. Read more »
It has now emerged that the new Anti-Pornography law passed actually targets media organisations more than women in short dresses, according to the Observer. Read more »
The U.S.-based MacArthur Foundation has awarded U.S.$750,000 to Nigeria's Women's Rights Advancement and Protection Alternative, which promotes and protects the rights of women. Read more »
According to Ethics and Integrity Minister, Simon Lokodo, it is now illegal to wear clothes deemed as sexually exciting in the country. Read more »
Following reports of brutal beatings and the maiming of women and children, residents in Kagera region have been urged to report such incidents to the Police Gender Unit. Read more »
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