Women's rights

Lack of Female Lawyers in Eastern Afghanistan

When women are prosecuted, they are unlikely to tell male lawyers key facts that could count as extenuating circumstances.

Kyrgyz Sportsmen for Hire

Poor funding for sports drives many to seek careers in security and sometimes in crime.

Nodding Disease Spreads in Northern Uganda

Government comes under fire for its response to outbreak among children in the region.

Domestic Violence in North Tajikistan

Islamic Clothing Vanishes From Tashkent Markets

Children's Justice Institutions Deemed Lacking in Uganda's North

Overcrowded remand homes and inadequate detention facilities among problems cited by region’s law enforcement officials.

Women Who Opposed Taleban Want Justice

Trading with South Sudan

Experts say Uganda could do more maximise economic opportunities presented by Africa’s newest nation.

Northern Uganda's Domestic Violence Challenge

Implementation of recent law on abuse is hindered by poor understanding among local officials and a lack of police capacity.

Tajikistan: Another Year and Still No Domestic Violence Law