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A groundbreaking survey on menstrual hygiene products by global women’s rights organisation Nguvu Collective has revealed critical accessibility gaps that expose women and girls to risks of exploitation and sexual abuse. Nearly half of the surveyed respondents reported that there was a lack of enough shops in their area selling menstrual products, highlighting a significant accessibility […]
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By-line by Dr Aysha Edwards, CEO, AAR Hospital Kenya Cervical cancer has emerged as a formidable public health challenge in Kenya, casting a long shadow with over 3,000 deaths reported annually1. The reality of these statistics, however, is accompanied by a ray of hope as cervical cancer is largely preventable. Younger women can play a […]
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This story was originally published by Yale Environment 360. Only a few years ago, Samburu women in northern Kenya were cutting down firewood in Kirisia forest and burning it to make charcoal. Now, those same women are directly involved in managing the forest, using it sustainably and reporting any illegal activity to authorities. BY PEYTON FLEMING Like their […]
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