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Social media and human rights: Are nervous African governments disrupting freedom of expression?

13 Jul 2018

Human rights and tech can be compatible without the need to undermine either. … More Social media and human rights: Are nervous African governments disrupting freedom of expression?

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Child marriage in Tanzania (Pt 3)

5 Feb 2018

Complications during pregnancy and childbirth are the second leading cause of death for girls between ages 15 and 19. And babies born to mothers under age 20 are 1.5 times more likely to die during the first 28 days … More Child marriage in Tanzania (Pt 3)

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Child marriage in Tanzania (Pt 2)

11 Jan 2018

The 2017 exam results are a particularly powerful argument for why the law should protect and encourage girls to stay in school. It is regrettable that in its current form, the law in Tanzania makes it easier for girls to opt for child marriage particularly when they fail exams or fall pregnant. … More Child marriage in Tanzania (Pt 2)

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Child Marriage in Tanzania (Part 1)

3 Dec 2017

Tanzania’s government is appealing last year’s High Court decision to end child marriage. … More Child Marriage in Tanzania (Part 1)

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