Items filtered by date: Friday, 11 July 2025
Unsafe abortion a silent crisis in SADC as advocates push for Model Law to safeguard lives and rights
WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA - The Southern African Development Community (SADC) continues to grapple with the impact of unsafe abortions, particularly among adolescent girls and young women (AGYW), despite progress in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).
Regional advocates are now rallying for the adoption of a SADC Model Law on Safe Abortion. They argue that harmonised, rights-based legal frameworks are urgently needed to stem preventable deaths, improve health outcomes, and protect bodily autonomy.
Angolan MPs take to radio to champion women’s rights and gender equality
LUANDA, ANGOLA - Members of Parliament from Angola joined a special broadcast on Rádio Kairós on Tuesday morning, delving into pressing issues around working women’s rights and sexual and reproductive health, according to a report from the National Assembly of Angola.
The radio program, aired at 7:30 AM as part of the SADC Parliamentary Forum’s broader public engagement strategy, reached over 7,000 listeners, marking a significant milestone in regional efforts to transform gender norms through accessible media.