Rwanda Plans Wider Contraception Access Against Teen Pregnancy
Rwanda is seeking to tackle rampant teenage pregnancy by extending reproductive health services to girls as young as 15, in new legislation submitted to parliament this week.
Category: Gender
Australia Moves To Ban Children Under 16 From Social Media
Australia’s prime minister has vowed to ban children under 16 from social media, saying the pervasive influence of platforms like Facebook and TikTok was “doing real harm to our kids”.
French Women ‘Stunned’ As Partners Accused In Mass Rape Trial
In a court case that has shocked France, Dominique Pelicot, 71, has admitted to drugging his then wife Gisele with sedatives so that strangers could sexually abuse her in her own bed for almost a decade until 2020.
From Mathare Slums to A Renowned Activist, The Inspiring Journey of Rachael Mwikali
Her journey has not been easy, it’s a story of resilience, determination, and a deep love for her community.
Four in Tanzania gang rape video jailed for life
A Tanzanian court sentenced four men to life in prison Monday for a gang rape that shocked the country after a video of the assault went viral on social media
Ghana a long way off from gender equality despite new law
The Ghanaian parliament unanimously passed the Affirmative Action Gender Bill 2024 last week, ending a process launched in 1998 aimed at creating an equitable society.
Genitalia from girls mutilated in Ivory Coast sold for magic
Many are convinced the trade is hampering the fight against female genital mutilation (FGM), which has been banned in the religiously diverse nation for more than a quarter of a century.
Dodoma Police Commander Transferred After Controversial Remarks About Rape Victim
The transfer comes shortly after her controversial comments regarding a gang rape case, where she referred to the victim as a “sex worker.”
Mamia waandamana kupinga ukatili dhidi ya wanawake nchini Kenya
Takriban wanawake 16 wameuawa nchini Kenya mwaka huu, kulingana na ripoti za vyombo vya habari, zikiangazia unyanyasaji dhidi ya wanawake ambao serikali imeelezea kuwa “unaongezeka”.
Hundreds protest violence against women in Kenya
At least 16 women have been killed in Kenya this year, according to media reports, shining a spotlight on violence against women which the government has described as “rising”.
