Johannesburg, 25 November: The recent Gisele Pelicot rape case in France has once again thrust the issues of consent, sexual violence, and societal accountability into the spotlight. The case that has gripped France on the eve of the Sixteen Days of Activism has prompted feminist protests, and should cause all of us to re-examine the meaning of […]
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Gaborone, November 7, 2024: As Botswana’s historic first change of government in almost six decades wraps-up, the National Assembly has elected Helen Pushie Manyeneng the Deputy Speaker of the 13th Parliament. On 6 November, elected parliamentarians voted for six Special Elected Members of Parliament (SEMP), half of whom were women. This brought women’s representation in the National Assembly
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23 October 2024: Young women have made an impassioned plea to the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) to secure a “safe and productive future” for the largest segment of the region’s population. Representatives of the Women of the South Speak Out (WOSSO) Fellows, and Voice and Choice South Africa Fund (VCSA) reminded law makers that
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28 September 2024: Access to safe abortion is a fundamental human right and essential for women’s empowerment, equality and dignity. While abortion is a quick and safe medical procedure, women continue to die in large numbers because of unsafe practices. To mark International Safe Abortion Day, celebrated annually on 28th September, members of the Safe Abortion Alliance of
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There’s a proverb that says, “When you haven’t traveled, you haven’t seen.” My recent trip to Zimbabwe to attend the Southern Africa Youth Forum brought this saying to life a journey of discovery, new experiences, a wealth of knowledge, and unforgettable moments. This travel experience will forever hold a special place in my heart. Several
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As a successful career woman, I have faced numerous challenges in my professional journey. Despite my achievements, I have been subjected to stereotypes, criticism, and biases that have tested my resolve and resilience. This case study highlights my experiences and the strategies I have employed to overcome these obstacles. As part of Wosso fellows one
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I am a #WOSSO fellow from Zimbabwe, and WOSSO stands for ‘Women of the South Speak Out’. I got to know about WOSSO at work. Our Executive Director, Mrs. Edinah Masiyiwa shared the email and encouraged me to apply. Mai Masiyiwa is a seasoned, unapologetic feminist who roots for women all day – everyday. With
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There’s something remarkable about walking into a room filled with women especially when it’s a room that keeps filling up, each new arrival adding to the collective energy. Normally, the idea of being in such a space would make me anxious, perhaps even a bit uneasy. But on the first night of the onboarding program,
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Rita Tiriboyi, amongst a number of her initiatives and achievements, was identified to be a Woman of the South Speak Out (WOSSO) Fellow. WOSSO is a Global South programme which offers fellowships to young women from the global south to advance their local advocacy initiatives linking them to regional and global initiatives. WOSSO is led by
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“Be bright in that corner where you are!” This simple yet powerful phrase became our anthem during the onboarding week of the Women of the South Speak Out (WOSSO) Fellowship. The melody might have been catchy, but the words? They’ve stayed with me long after the last note faded. Let me tell you why. Being
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