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The murder of Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei highlights the persistent threat of gender-based violence in Uganda and Kenya. Despite awareness efforts, women remain unsafe, with activists urging stronger legal and social measures.

In Kenia fordern Aktivist*innen die Entkriminalisierung von Suizidversuchen. Das aktuelle Gesetz verstärke das Stigma und erschwere die Hilfe für Betroffene. Nun debattiert auch das Parlament über den richtigen Ansatz zwischen Unterstützung und Strafe.

El Niño-induced drought has faced Zimbabwe with a malnutrition crisis, leaving thousands of children at risk of hunger and starvation. UNICEF warns of severe food poverty and educational disruption for millions of learners.

Burundi’s tourism sector faces challenges, with underdeveloped parks struggling due to encroachment, poaching and lack of funding. Environmental activists urge better protection of the country’s natural reserves.

Das malawische Start-up EcoGen verwandelt Tierabfälle in Biogas und Biodünger und bietet Bauern so günstige Energie und nachhaltige landwirtschaftliche Lösungen – eine Innovation, die auch die Abhängigkeit von Holz und chemischen Düngern verringert.

The closure of Zambia’s Investrust Bank reflects the struggles of local financial institutions facing competition from multinational banks. The recent closure poses major challenges for former account holders and employees.

Students at the Malawi University of Sciences and Technology (MUST) are developing AI-powered solutions for healthcare and agriculture, showcasing the role of technology in solving Malawi’s problems.

A recent court ruling in Kenya challenges the military’s rejection of HIV-positive candidates, ordering policy changes to combat discrimination and promote inclusivity. This decision sets a precedent for protecting the rights of all citizens.

Shahu Patoles „Dalit Kitchens of Marathwada“ beleuchtet die reiche Küche marginalisierter Dalit-Gemeinschaften in Maharashtra. Das Buch verknüpft Kulinarik mit Kastenzugehörigkeit und dem Widerstand gegen Diskriminierung.

In Malawi, female fish traders face a troubling practice known as ”sex for fish,” where they are solicited for sex in exchange for fish supply.