Closing the productivity and wage gaps in Africa could increase the regional GDP by more than 2.5 per cent and reduce food insecurity by nearly 4 per cent. These are just a few of the numerous facts referred to in a new…
Through its “Water Vision 2047”, India has set itself the goal of ensuring water security for all. Our author explains why this issue is particularly important for women, how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can be…
Ending hunger is not only a question of producing more food - it is about who grows it, who has access to resources, and who reaps the benefits. Investing in the empowerment of women farmers is one of the most effective…
Women play a crucial role in agricultural production and food security world-wide – and hence also for the transformation of our food systems. However, when it comes to executive posts in the sector, they continue to be…
This article presents the challenges of time constraints facing men and women in Uganda's rural areas and the pathways for overcoming them. It is based on Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) held in the districts of Kisoro…
Sustainable land management has moved a long way over the last 50 years from “saving the soil” to a focus on healthy ecosystems and prosperous people. During the same period, gender equality in development has evolved…
Two billion women and girls world-wide lack access to any form of social protection, the UN Women report “World survey on the role of women in development” shows. Women are lagging behind on measures such as unemployment…
From the business idea to what is, in the best case, a thriving enterprise, there is often a long way to go – and the going can be tough. This still applies in particular for women. Ysabel Calderón, founder and CEO of…
The textile industry plays a crucial role for the livelihoods of India’s rural population. Micro-entrepreneurship in the sector benefits women in particular, allowing them to contribute to generating income and…
Germany is joining the international Alliance for Feminist Movements, a league of governments, international organisations, foundations and civil society groups. German Federal Development Minister Svenja Schulze…
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