In Focus
Gender Equality
This beat covers policies about gender equality, empowering of women, issues of violence against women, and gender-related rights.
Africa Day 2025: The Africa our youth and women want
The Senegalese women transforming polluted spaces into urban gardens
Gender advocates to push for social protection and economic empowerment at G20
Gertrude Mongella, 80, reflects on the landmark Beijing Conference and lessons for the future
— Ambassador Ammo Aziza Baroud is the Permanent Representative of Chad to the UN in New York. She talks about her priorities and the importance of women’s empowerment.
Sylvia Wairimu Maina (from Kenya) talks about her doctoral research on the nutritional benefits of the African cabbage.
Susan Ojochide (from Nigeria) talks about her research that will help to alleviate food insecurity in semi-arid areas.
Selamawit Araya Kidane (from Ethiopia) talks about her research on the nutritional benefits of the Enset plant.
Women entrepreneurs continue to face greater barriers to accessing financing for their businesses
A former midwife, Ms. Gomina submitted several project proposals to international organizations, and built a Women’s Centre in Bayanga with MINUSCA’s support.
Ms. Issa is also at the forefront of pushing for legal reforms that will ensure women compete effectively for leadership positions on an equal standing with men.
Millie Odhiambo, 55, is one of Kenya’s fearless politicians.
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