Women
Syria: Female Detainees Swap One Prison for Another
Women released from government jails face suspicion in their own communities.
Syria: Living on the Edge
Women challenge Islamic militants on their arbitrary rules on “modest dress”.
Keeping the Faith in Syria's Rebels
One woman’s continued support for revolutionaries in the Syrian city of Idlib.
Traditional Birthing Practices Still Flourish in Nigeria
Despite the dangers, many women shun trained medical help during childbirth.
Inside Nigeria's House Servant Racket
Problem of young domestic workers and middlemen stealing from clients has become widespread.
Afghanistan: Vaccination Boost for Kandahar
New initiative aims to reduce mortality rates in remote parts of the province.
Tajik Islamic Party Focuses on Female Vote
Its backing for a female presidential candidate last year helped win new supporters.
Tajikistan: Empowering Girls Through Sport
Trainer wants girls in care to realise they don’t have to “stay at home and do the washing”.
Income Generation for Women Falters in Afghan South
As foreigners leave Helmand, women producing handicrafts say skills will be lost unless new markets can be found.