Women's rights
Multiple Marriages in Tajikistan
Polygamy now so commonplace that some say legalising it might be best option.
Naming and Shaming in Afghanistan
Men seek revenge for “dishonour" of hearing their wife’s name spoken in public.
Tajiks Borrow Bride-Theft From Neighbours
In remote northeastern district, Tajik men have taken to specifically Kyrgyz custom of “stealing” brides.
Kazak Domestic Abuse Law Slow to Take Root
More needs to be done to ensure government agencies work together to enforce legislation.
Herat Couples Complain of Taleban-Style Harassment
Outcry after police in western Afghan city arrest unmarried men and women for being out in the streets together
Egypt: Hopes of Sexual Revolution Dim
Uprising stirred hopes of new equality between men and women, but little progress has been made.
Rights Disregarded Under Sudan's Weak Constitution
As Khartoum prepares for future without South Sudan, women’s groups say its recent human rights record doesn’t bode well for new era.
Congolese Widows Stripped of Inheritance
Law ignored in favour of traditional view that wives have no right to husband’s property.
Plight of Single Mothers in Azerbaijan
Alimony and welfare provision fails to provide adequate support.