Activists press for freedom, dignity and rights

Time to reassess the limits and strengths of small-scale lending

Some gains, but an uphill climb still looms

Commitment, money and innovation can reduce high mortality rates

Despite hurdles, notable legal, political and social progress

South African initiatives against sexual violence, gender i

Hard fight for access and decision-making power

International norms, local activism start to alter laws, attitudes

NEPAD responds to advocates for women’s rights

NEPAD seeks to bring fertilizer nearer to villagers

War and sexual violence leave survivors in desperate need

But social beliefs and attitudes hinder their quest