In the Mamprobi neighborhood in central Accra, just 15 minutes away from Ghana’s Human Rights Court, you find the Women of Dignity Alliance (WODA), an organization that provides a vital sanctuary for sex workers. Susana Dartey founded WODA in 2012, following years of running the Theatre for Change Ghana project. WODA has become a transformative… The post “My Body Matters”: Ending Sexual Violence Against Sex Workers in Ghana first appeared on African Feminism (AF). The post “My Body ...| African Feminism (AF)
On a recent flight to Dakar, a cabin crew member of an African airline enthusiastically greeted a Burkinabe passport holder ahead of me – “Welcome and greetings to Captain Traoré! We love him”. The passenger smiled and quietly took their seat without the mutual fanfare. This excitement for a younger leader is understandable in a… The post Glamourized Militarism and Africa’s Elusive Liberation first appeared on African Feminism (AF). The post Glamourized Militarism and Africa’s ...| African Feminism (AF)
Drame conjugal ‘’Le patriarcat tue’’. C’est le commentaire qu’une jeune femme a fait pour déplorer le féminicide d’une adolescente de 16 ans, que ‘’son époux’’ a tuée parce que -oui l'article de journal donne une raison- elle ne lui a pas servi de l’eau. Les détails sordides du crime, survenu a Diam Welli au nord| African Feminism (AF) - a pan-African feminists digital platform and collabor...
When a comrade asked me to reflect on my year, I didn’t think much of it. Sure, I could tell you what a year it’s been, how I’ve weaved through the movement, constantly shifting gears and constantly moving. But as I sat down, I grabbed a book and a pen, opened my computer, and nothing.… The post Nationalist Rhetoric and Burn out Harm Queer Ghanaians first appeared on African Feminism (AF). The post Nationalist Rhetoric and Burn out Harm Queer Ghanaians appeared first on African Femini...| African Feminism (AF)
This article by Mubeezi Tenda and Omolara Oriye first published by Liberation Alliance Africa is part of several responses by African feminists and liberation workers against the surge of conservative, right-wing, white supremacist, anti rights, religious fundamentalist forces that are gathering in various capitals of the continent, organizing against the rights of women, children and… The post The “African Values” Agenda of the West a Tool for Continued Colonialism. We are Not Fool...| African Feminism (AF)
Healing is a word we hear often. It’s a buzzword in feminist spaces, mental health conversations, and wellness industries. Yet, we rarely ask who gets to heal? Who defines what healing looks like? And in a world shaped by capitalism, patriarchy, and colonial legacies, do marginalized women and communities even have the luxury of healing?… The post Healing: A Feminist and Decolonial Reflection first appeared on African Feminism (AF). The post Healing: A Feminist and Decolonial Reflection a...| African Feminism (AF)
Violence against women and gender-diverse individuals remains pervasive in Ghana. According to the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (GDHS), 41.6% of women aged 15 to 49 who have ever had an intimate partner have experienced at least one form of intimate partner violence (IPV)—emotional, physical, or sexual. For Lesbian, Bisexual, Queer (LBQ) and Gender… The post Silent Struggles of LBQ and GNC Survivors of Violence in Ghana first appeared on African Feminism (AF). The post Silent ...| African Feminism (AF)
The act of reading, for me, is deeply personal—an intimate ritual that unfolds in solitude. I devour books, often late into the night, stealing moments of stillness from days that pass too quickly. Although I am a lifelong voracious reader, I seldom discuss what I’m reading. It is mine, and it is for me. Yet,… The post Books That Keep Me Awake: Reading, Rest, and Resistance first appeared on African Feminism (AF). The post Books That Keep Me Awake: Reading, Rest, and Resistance appeared...| African Feminism (AF)
Recent political developments in Ghana have reignited concerns over the safety and rights of LGBTQ+ individuals. After President John Mahama’s swearing-in in January 2025, he stated that the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, had “elapsed” since it was never received by the former… The post Pan-African Solidarity and Community Care Anchoring Ghana’s LGBTQ+ Activism first appeared on African Feminism (AF). ...| African Feminism (AF)
Être trans et/ou non-binaire tout en étant religieux est souvent présenté comme contradictoire, les messages religieux dominants étant souvent défavorables aux minorités sexuelles et de genre. Dans les pays francophones d’Afrique de l’Ouest, où les religions traditionnelles côtoient le christianisme et l’islam, la vie spirituelle rythme le quotidien, des cérémonies familiales aux grands rituels communautaires.… The post Quand la foi nous rejette : Spiritualité et Africains...| African Feminism (AF)
In the first week of 2025, Mark Zuckerberg has made a key announcement that Meta is overhauling its content moderation policies, getting rid of fact-checkers “to focus...on tackling illegal and high-severity violations,” continuing a dangerous trend by Big-tech to go for profit and populism in the name of free speech. Though the changes are starting| African Feminism (AF) - a pan-African feminists digital platform and collabor...
Data should never be used to further marginalize or harm but rather to bring light to otherwise non-visible issues, helping to uplift and bring about greater agency for those most affected by the pressing political, economic, and social challenges on our continent. By adopting ethical practices in our data work, we honor the rights of these communities and contribute to the integrity and trustworthiness of the data itself. Ultimately, this ensures that our efforts to advocate for women and ot...| African Feminism (AF)
To transform our activism into a force for real change, we must commit to a fundamental shift towards genuine solidarity and inclusivity. We must embrace the principles of intersectionality in theory and practice, ensuring that all voices are heard and valued, regardless of their background or identity within the LGBTQI+ spectrum.| African Feminism (AF)
The practice of FGM has been linked to various health consequences, including immediate complications such as severe pain and infections to long-term complications such as urinary, menstrual, psychological, vaginal and sexual problems. Despite these, religious misconceptions and cultural justifications continue to fuel the practice.| African Feminism (AF)
For women enduring the conflict within Sudan and those seeking refuge elsewhere, there is a pressing need for trauma-informed mental health and grief counselling support. These crucial services must be prioritized to address the well-being of survivors in these challenging circumstances.| African Feminism (AF)
