Africa Matters

Boosting Female Teachers in Africa Will Keep Girls in School Longer

By Elizabeth Antidius Shumbusho | Africa Guardian Investing in female teachers and principals is one of the most effective ways to enhance educational opportunities for African girls, according to a joint report by the African Union and UNESCO, titled Educating Girls and Ending Child Marriage in Africa. The report, released during the first Pan-African Conference on Girls’ and Women’s…

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She Is Forestry launches video series on women making their mark in the forest sector

In celebration of Women’s Month in South Africa, She Is Forestry SA has launched the first four videos in a series aimed at inspiring the next generation of girls to stay in school and study forestry and the numerous career opportunities it provides. She Is Forestry SA, a non-profit forestry organisation promoting and uplifting women across the forest and…

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UN Recommends To Prioritize Women’s Reproductive Health Over Growing Population Concerns

The United Nations suggested on Wednesday that instead of focusing solely on the growing global population, it is imperative to consider women’s reproductive rights to bolster “demographic resilience.” The UN’s sexual and reproductive health agency, UNFPA, has recognized that there is a significant level of concern regarding the global population, expected to reach a maximum of approximately 10.4 billion…

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Top 10 African countries with the highest number of female representation in government

The importance of having women in government cannot be overstated as it directly relates to building a more equitable society with a diverse range of interests and issues being lodged on a state level. Women bring a unique perspective and experience to governance that can lead to more comprehensive policies that better represent and serve all members of society….

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