AllAfrica News: Women and Gender

[This Day] Leaders and stakeholders across the private sector, government, civil society, and development organisations at the inaugural Partners' Convening hosted by Jobberman Nigeria have called for a reflection on progress, shared insights, and co-created pathways that strengthen dignified and inclusive employment opportunities for young Nigerians as well as women.

[Nile Post] Cases of gender-based violence and domestic-related conflicts in Kayunga District have gradually declined this year compared to last year, a development district authorities attribute to intensified community sensitization campaigns.

[Ghanaian Times] Team Strongman Foundation, a community based support organisation, marked this year's Mother's Day by honouring aged women in parts of Accra through the donation of assorted food items and essential supplies.

[Nile Post] Women entrepreneurs in Mbale are registering business growth and greater financial independence under the government's Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) project, with beneficiaries saying affordable financing has helped them overcome barriers long created by limited capital and expensive commercial loans.

[Nile Post] Mothers have been urged to take a crucial lead in the nurturing and upbringing of children, produce responsibly, and avoid transferring paternal anger onto their children.