Forming just less than half Mali's population, Malian women have sometimes been the center of matrilineal societies, but have always been crucial to the economic and social structure of this largely …

Globally, some progress on women’s rights has been achieved. In Mali, as of February 2024, 28.6% of seats in parliament were held by women. However, work still needs to be done in Mali to achieve …

Apr 3, 2024 · Since its creation in 2013, the "Case de la Paix", now made up of 76 women’s associations and 2000 women, demonstrates the remarkable resilience and initiative displayed by women in the …

A travelogue describing the Mali empire, and a chronicle from Songhay, tell stories of women who plotted political dissent or staged rebellions in the 14th–16th centuries.

Jun 20, 2025 · Mali, plagued by political fragmentation and violent extremism, presents a stark backdrop for women striving for emancipation. Security threats often force women into precarious …

DPA, with funding from UN Women – Mali, conducted a comprehensive analysis of the situation of women and men in Mali, identifying key challenges faced by women and girls in realizing their …

Mar 28, 2024 · The ongoing conflict in Mali has eroded the rights of women and girls, with the crisis contributing to one of the world’s highest maternal mortality rates.

Based on the 2020 Gender Inequality Index, Mali holds the 184th position globally. The prevalence of gender-based violence and female genital mutilation persists throughout the nation, with many …

In recent years, the rise of religious fundamentalism has posed a threat to women's wellbeing. Contemporary problems faced by women in Mali include high rate of violence against women, child …

Mali has one of the fastest-growing populations in the world. Of the 18 million people living in this West African country, about 9 million of them are women. Despite this, the country was ranked 184th out …