The Senegalese culture of discretion, called "sutura", inhibits survivors of sexual violence from publicly denouncing perpetrators.
Despite the challenges of being a female comedian, the women who do choose to perform feel emboldened to speak out in ways that can resist sexism.
Justice Martha Koome's ascendance to the role of Chief Justice raises hope and expectations among many for a better world for women and children.
A gender perspective to public health is essential to human rights and safety in crises situations.
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's appointment as the first woman and the first African director general of the World Trade Organisation is a win for women globally.
