RWA CSW69 Day 1 Reflection Blog – Wendy
Arriving at the UN headquarters for the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) was filled with anticipation and curiosity. Although I arrived slightly late, my…
RWA at CSW69: Amplifying Rural Women’s Voices on Gender Equality
As the world marks Beijing+30, commemorating three decades since the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the Rural Women's Assembly (RWA) remains steadfast in advancing the agenda of gender equality…
Coping with Climate Change: The Story of Mary Sakala in Zambia
he Rural Women’s Assembly (RWA) remains dedicated to promoting agroecology as a sustainable and resilient approach to agriculture. Through education, advocacy, and support for small-scale farmers like Mary Sakala, RWA…
RWA Participates in Africa Agroecology Workshop – Alice Kachere’s Experience
From February 11th to 14th, 2025, over 100 participants from 22 African countries gathered in Sagana, Kenya, for the African Agroecology Workshop (AAW 2025). The event brought together a vibrant…
RURAL WOMEN’S ASSEMBLY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2025: A CALL TO SOLIDARITY IN ACTION!
Read in French, Portuguese or Swahili As we commemorate International Women’s Day on 8th March, the Rural Women’s Assembly stands firm in resistance and solidarity with millions of rural women…
RWA Namibia: Thirsty Namibians and parched promises
By Agnes Tjindjo Water scarcity remains one of Namibia's most critical challenges, despite political promises and international aid. From broken pipelines to dried-up boreholes, rural communities face mounting pressure to…
RWA Madagascar: Breaking the Silence: Tackling Gender-Based Violence in Madagascar
By Ny Hasina Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is a grave violation of human rights, deeply rooted in gender inequalities, the abuse of power, and entrenched discrimination. While GBV affects individuals of…
RWA Mozambique: Promoting Poultry Farming: Youth from RWA Mozambique Participate in Poultry Futures Forum 2024
By Benilde Manjaze Poultry farming has increasingly become a significant activity in Mozambique, contributing to job creation for many young people. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development,…
RWA South Africa: Climate Financing for Women’s Priorities at COP29
By Asanda Magadla South Africa is not immune to the climate crisis. These changes are significantly impacting households, particularly women, who are compelled to devise alternative strategies. The Rural Women’s…
RWA Zimbabwe: Rural women empowerment: Susan’s journey
By Tsitsi Ndawana Susan Mutambara is a 59-year-old widow, who lives in Marondera, Mashonaland East Province in Zimbabwe. Susan is a member of Zimbabwe Rural Women’s Assembly (RWA). She lives…