A wave of youthful and feminist defiance washed over Kenya’s streets today, as girls and young women, echoed for justice in collective outrage against the chilling spectre of femicide. This time, their voices were not mistaken as whispers of discontent,…
Climate change isn’t just an environmental crisis; it’s a crisis that directly impacts vulnerable populations, including women, youth, and marginalized communities. This is especially true when considering the link between climate change and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Extreme…
Imagine a world where rising temperatures threaten not just our planet’s health, but our own. Where floods and droughts disrupt access to clean water and food, putting millions at risk. Where heatwaves and extreme weather events wreak havoc on already…
In an inspiring display of resilience and triumph, Mary Moraa of Kenya soared to victory, claiming the women’s 800m gold at the World Athletics Championships 2023 in Budapest on August 27th. The 23-year-old athlete transformed her podium placement from last…
We are only 16 days shy form the African Climate Week set to take place from the 4th to 8th of September 2023. The event will be held in parallel with the African Climate Summit which will take place…
In the intricate landscape of the climate crisis, discussions on climate finance often appear as a touchy subject, yet the starkly unequal climate impacts faced by global south countries challenge this perception. Despite the urgency, the commitment made by developed…
Amidst mounting political unrest in Kenya, the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights has called for a thorough investigation into the deaths and injuries resulting from recent Maandamano protests. Jeremy Laurence, the spokesperson for the human…
NAIROBI, Kenya – As the Maputo Protocol marks its 20th anniversary, African girls and young women are raising their voices, demanding its full implementation across the continent. This landmark document, prohibiting harmful practices and advocating for women’s rights, remains unfulfilled…
From the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo, a wave of feminist action is rising, fuelled by the power of technology. In a land where online access is still rare, Congolese women are defying limitations and plunging into the…
Bamako, Mali (March 23, 2023) – African feminists from across West Africa gathered in Bamako, Mali, to confront the ongoing struggle for women’s Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) at the Women’s Forum on the Elimination of Violence Against Women…
