Tag: women
The rise of women-tailored insurance policies in Africa
For decades, women’s protection has remained largely tucked under family insurance plans. Insurance companies in Africa are changing...
Women miners strike gold in Zimbabwe
Women are transforming the economic landscape of an entire region, bringing energy, skills, organisation - and a sense of...
Seaweed turns financial tide for Zanzibari women
Zanzibari women have long farmed seaweed. Now, they’re cashing in as local startups add value to every strand, using...
Nellie Chepkemoi: How many more? The femicide epidemic in Kenya
In the past week, 15 women have been reported murdered in Kenya, underscoring a relentless femicide crisis that permeates...
African startups stepping up to address women’s healthcare gaps
From financing women-focused healthcare programmes to supporting tech-driven health solutions targeting women, businesses are expanding healthcare access for millions...
Equipped for greatness – Her Summit returns for its third edition in September
Her Network, a global inspirational and lifestyle platform for women, is thrilled to announce the return of Her Summit...
Women in Africa face widespread discrimination in family laws – Equality Now
Discrimination against women and girls remains widespread in family laws across Africa, finds new research by Equality Now. Analysis...
Madagascar: How United Nations Population Fund helps mothers access emergency obstetric care
It was time to leave for the hospital. Samueline Razafindravao had intended to give birth at her home in...
Tanzania: Women with disabilities lead the way towards greater local government representation
In the Arusha region of Northeast Tanzania, a group of women with disabilities is spearheading efforts to ensure their...
Tanzania: Unlocking important economic benefits by accelerating health and fertility mprovements
Tanzania has made important strides in reducing infant and child mortality, but the authorities must act quickly to capitalize...
Zeynep Harezi: The best is yet to come for women in the power sector
While only one in five leadership roles in the energy sector is currently held by women, this figure is...
DRC: Young children face mass sex violence and mutilation
Women and children fleeing deadly violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have reported surviving gruesome sexual attacks...