A win for children’s rights in Malawi; acquittal for former Congolese vice-president … More A win for children’s rights in Malawi; acquittal for former Congolese vice-president
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)
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)
Tanzania’s government is appealing last year’s High Court decision to end child marriage. … More Child Marriage in Tanzania (Part 1)
Just. Aware. 