In office for three terms, she traded the country’s leadership with Sheikh Hasina, the head of another political dynasty, over decades. She was believed to be 80.
Tag: Women and Girls
Kenya Is Betting Its Economy on Women Willing to Risk It All
We set out to investigate worker abuse in Saudi Arabia. We found a system that begins exploiting them before they ever leave home.
Austria Bans Head Scarves in Schools for Girls Under 14
Austria’s centrist government passed the new law, which takes effect next year, after years of pressure from the far right.
A Single Mother’s Fight to Free Her Daughter From Saudi Arabia
Many single moms and their children are trapped there. She was adamant that her daughter wouldn’t be among them.
After Years of Debate, Vatican Says No to Women Deacons, at Least for Now
But a papal commission examining the question said further study was required, and advised that women should be given other leadership roles in the Catholic Church.
Kenya Kept a Diplomat in His Job Despite Years of Sex Abuse Accusations
President William Ruto faces pressure after a Times investigation showed that his government downplayed or ignored the mistreatment of women working in Saudi Arabia.
The Diplomat Who Was Accused of Sexual Abuse but Kept His Job
President William Ruto faces pressure after a Times investigation showed that his government downplayed or ignored the mistreatment of women working in Saudi Arabia.
Two U.K. Women’s Groups Ban Transgender Girls and Women
The Girlguiding organization and the Women’s Institute both said a court ruling from earlier this year had forced their hands.
Roya Mahboob Seeks New Ways to Educate Afghan Girls Under Taliban Rule
The entrepreneur Roya Mahboob is building off-line apps, underground networks and a global robotics team to educate Afghan girls unable to attend school.
Namibia’s New Minister of Health and Social Services Reimagines Health Care
Dr. Esperance Luvindao, who leads the country’s health and social services and is the youngest health minister in Africa, has ambitious plans.