Author: Vanessa Onyema
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How Many Women Were Abused in November?
Between November 1st and November 30th, an alarming total of 133 cases of gender-based violence surfaced in 13 countries globally.
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Palestinian Women and Children Face Continued Risks Post Ceasefire
Qatar said efforts to renew the truce, which saw Israel halt most military activity in Gaza and release 300 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for militants freeing over 100 hostages held in Gaza, are still ongoing.
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Sudan’s Women Face Unimaginable Horrors Amid Conflict
An estimated 9000 people have been killed, 5.7 million have been displaced and 1.2 million have fled Sudan to neighbouring countries because of the conflict.
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How Congolese Children are at Risk of Sexual Violence
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is home to nearly 7 million internally displaced people as a result of the threat of violence and atrocities, extreme poverty, and mining expansion.
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Gaza’s Women and Children Bear the Brunt of Israel’s Hostilities
The Ministry of Health data as of November 3, 2023 lists that there have been 2326 women and 3760 children killed in the Gaza Strip out of 11,000+ reported deaths.
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How Many Women Were Abused In October?
In the span of October 1st to October 31st, an alarming total of 146 cases of gender-based violence surfaced in 22 countries globally.
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How Nigerian Women Save: Insights from Piggyvest’s 2023 Savings Report
About 53.64% of women from ages 15 and above were reported to have been able to save some money, 12.62 % saved at a financial institution, 1.58% saved using a mobile money account and 26.04 % used a savings club.
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Exploring Women’s Political Empowerment and the Electoral Democracy Index
The role of civil liberties and women’s liberalization needs to be given more attention in democracy promotion efforts, as new research suggests that a nation must first ensure gender-equal civil rights before transitioning to democracy.
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Fighting Against Breast Cancer: Insights, Challenges, and Inspiring Progress
In 1992, the pink ribbon was originally used in the campaign, now the month is “Pink October” as people worldwide wear pink and a pink ribbon to spread awareness on routine screening for early detection of breast cancer.
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Fighting Against Breast Cancer: Insights, Challenges, and Inspiring Progress
In 1992, the pink ribbon was originally used in the campaign, now the month is “Pink October” as people worldwide wear pink and a pink ribbon to spread awareness on routine screening for early detection of breast cancer.