Iraq to legalise child marriage, to reduce age of consent from 18 to 9
The Iraqi government is moving to amend the marriage law that allows men to marry young children as the government has reduced the age of consent from eighteen years... Read more.
Nigerian Stars Tems and Yemi Alade Earn Grammy Nominations
Nigerian singers Tems and Yemi Alade have received Grammy nominations for the 67th annual ceremony, as revealed on Nov. 8, 2024. The Grammy Awards recognise... Read more.
16 Golden Rules of Misogyny
In simple terms, misogyny is hatred or prejudice against women and girls. It involves the rejection of feminine qualities and holds in contempt institutions, work,... Read more.
“Soma drugged me, hit me and smashed my phone”— Ex-girlfriend, Hilda
Hilda Dirisu, ex-girlfriend of Big Brother Naija star Soma Anyama, has taken to social media to call him out for stalking and physical abuse. On Nov. 6, Hilda responded... Read more.
Nigeria Announces Free Caesarean Sections For All Women
In a major health policy shift, Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, announced that Caesarean sections will now be... Read more.
16-year-old Afghan commits suicide after school police her dressing, threatened expulsion
A 16-year-old Afghan student, identified as Arezou Khavari, tragically took her own life on Nov. 3, 2024, in Shahr-e Rey, Tehran. The incident reportedly followed... Read more.
Iranian Student Strips to Underwear in Bold Protest Against Compulsory Hijab
An Iranian student’s protest at Tehran’s Islamic Azad University has captured international attention on Iran’s compulsory veiling laws on women. In a daring... Read more.
10 African feminist movies to watch this weekend
The weekend is here! It’s the perfect time to relax, recharge, and explore thought-provoking films. If you’re interested in exploring feminism and celebrating... Read more.
Scientifically Unproven: Pineapple peel and Lime said to aid Menstrual Cleansing and Flow
Claim On Oct. 28, 2024, a Facebook group user, Natural Remedy Home, claimed that boiling pineapple with lime orange can help menstrual problems. The post had a significant... Read more.
10 Ways Male Group Taliban Oppresses Afghanistan women and girls
In August 2021, a group of men, the Taliban, resumed authority in Afghanistan after twenty years of their dismissal by the U.S. troops. Since their forceful overtake... Read more.