Poverty Wreaks Havoc Among Women-BIDPA

The incidence of poverty is still high among women -headed households, according to the 2008 report of the Botswana Institute for Development and Policy Analysis (BIDPA).

The report says that although Botswana has advanced gender equality at the work place, women are still disadvantaged in family roles, inheritance, incomes and access to loans and acquisition of assets.

It decries the fact that women do the bulk of household chores, including caring for the sick, gathering firewood and drawing water for household use, especially among poor communities.

Editor's Comment
Women unite for progress

It underscores the indispensable role women play in our society, particularly in building strong households and nurturing families. The recognition of women as the bedrock of our communities is not just a sentiment; it's a call to action for all women to stand together and support each other in their endeavours.The society's aim to instil essential principles and knowledge for national development is crucial. By providing a platform for...

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