Women in Peru: “We work more, we earn less”
Peruvian women spend twice as much time on household and care work: 52.8 hours versus 25.6 hours for men.
Increasing Women’s Political Participation in Sri Lanka
This article explores the gender disparities in Sri Lankan policymaking and outlines actionable steps to increase the share of women in politics.
A Solid Partnership for African Health Sovereignty
First steps are being taken to allow African states to have sovereignty over their health care. But much remains to be done.
Are development and democracy at odds with each other?
The weakness in our democratic system has to be worked on through inclusive policies and people’s participation. Having an improved quality of life should be a fundamental right.
Is Kenya’s Higher Education Funding Model Locking Out Some Learners?
Kenya’s access to higher education suffers due to inadequate funding and poor loan recovery rates.
Covid-19: A global response to a global challenge
On the two year anniversary of the World Health Organization declaring a pandemic, Estefania Charvet of Southern Voice reflects on what has changed since the start of Covid-19.
Strengthening primary health care for equitable access to vaccines in Africa
A team of Southern Voice researchers from Kenya explore how African countries can strengthen their health care systems, and ensure access to vaccines.
The Use of Preventive Prison in Chile
Pre-trial detention has been present in the public debate in Chile, especially concerning those who have been called presos de la revuelta [prisoners of the revolt].
Nigeria: Strengthening Women’s Participation in Trade
This article proposes ways to achieve the active participation of Nigerian women in international trade.
The Care Economy in the New Social Contract
Community-based care services are key in helping women balance family and work responsibilities; however, they remain underfunded.
