http://hrw.org/english/docs/2003/12/01/africa6544.htm
In Africa, the gender inequality is a big issue. The above articles talk about the importance of gender inequalities and how this affects many areas. For example, gender inequality slows the economic growth. World Bank states that "Research shows that women and girls work harder than men, are more likely to invest their earnings in their children, are major producers as well as consumers, and bear critical, life-sustaining responsibilities." Obviously this is a critical part in understanding Africa's economy. Also, the spread of HIV/AIDS is said to be affected by gender inequality. If the women are viewed as less than the men, they are more likely to be raped and less likely to be heard when they ask for protected sex. They are continually abused and if they complain, the officials just laugh at them. In some countries, women are seven times more likely to be HIV positive than men. It is suggested that well-funded programs are needed to protect women's rights. These are only two main areas where gender inequalities have made a large impact. There are many ways that women and their standard of living affects the whole country.
posted by Anonymous @ 3/23/2006 09:56:00 PM
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