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Shift-Sendung AI Chatbots Indien

Sex education with AI in India

Can an AI chatbot help Indian women with questions about sexual health?

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Shift-Sendung YeneHealth Äthiopien

FemTech startup helps women in Ethiopia

A FemTech entrepreneur aims to improve healthcare for Ethiopian women.

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DW Shift Sendungslogo

Breaking taboos: AI's role in sexual health — Shift

Sex and birth control: Can AI chatbots provide education on taboo topics? 

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A young girl leans towards a notebook, away from the camera

India: Rural rape victims struggle to get justice

Rape cases have sparked mass protests in major Indian cities, but perpetrators are still well protected in rural India.

Women firefighters tackle a blaze

Women firefighters tackle a blaze

Pakistan welcomes more women firefighters

Sania Samoo is ignoring disparaging comments by her family and the public to keep doing a job she loves.

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DW "Eco Africa" Sendungslogo mit Partnerlogos (Composite)

Eco Africa: Brain drain and ancient agroforestry

Tackling brain drain, ancient techniques for agroforestry, and improving water quality as a community.

Gisele Pelicot arriving at the Avignon courthouse for

Gisele Pelicot arriving at the Avignon courthouse for

Is the Pelicot rape trial sparking #MeToo moment in France?

Gisele Pelicot's case is giving hope to France's survivors of rape through chemical submission.

Germany's Laura Freigang and Giulia Gwinn in action against Austria in July.

Germany's Laura Freigang and Giulia Gwinn in action against Austria in July.

Germany's new era starts with Freigang as the big hope

New coach Christian Wück has had to ring the changes in his first squad given the impending exits of three top stars.

Ruth Chepngetich runs through the tape with arms aloft

Ruth Chepngetich runs through the tape with arms aloft

Ruth Chepngetich breaks marathon world record for women

Kenyan Ruth Chepngetich smashed the women's marathon world record in Chicago, dedicating the win to a late compatriot.

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Für Sicherheit auf Durbans Straßen - Unterwegs mit Nazreen Ally
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Keeping Durban's streets safe — on call with Nazreen Ally

Nazreen Ally has had an eventful life. She grew up with her foster father on the outskirts of Durban.

A man gestures with his hands above a list of arguments in favor of the Absolute Divorce Law

A man gestures with his hands above a list of arguments in favor of the Absolute Divorce Law

Is divorce coming to the Philippines?

The Philippines is one of only two countries in the world to still ban divorce. But the tides are shifting.

A protest poster showing the head of goddess Durga who is celebrated at the Durga Puja festival is attached to barrier fence in Kolkata, India.

A protest poster showing the head of goddess Durga who is celebrated at the Durga Puja festival is attached to barrier fence in Kolkata, India.

India: Doctor's rape casts shadow over Kolkata festival

Protesters angered by the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in August are using Durga Puja to call for change.

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Sports Life Produktion | Blindenfußball Frauen

Women in blind football: Scoring for gender equality

In blind football, women are still a rarity.

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DW AfricaLink

Ghana's new equality law — what's in it for women?

Ghana’s president has finally signed a 30-year-old gender equity bill into law. But will it actually change anything?

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A woman with red hand face paint

UNICEF: Over 370 million girls have faced sexual violence

The issue of sexual violence cuts across geographic, economic, and cultural boundaries, a new UNICEF report has found.

Deutschland Solingen | Mehr Frauen in die Politik | Bürgermeisterin Ioanna Zacharaki

Deutschland Solingen | Mehr Frauen in die Politik | Bürgermeisterin Ioanna Zacharaki

German mayor encouraging women to enter politics

Ioanna Zacharaki is bringing together politically minded women and preparing them for a future in German politics.

Ethiopia's Minister for Foreign Affairs Taye Atske-Selassie Amde addresses the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly

Ethiopia's Minister for Foreign Affairs Taye Atske-Selassie Amde addresses the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly

Ethiopia: New president signals willingness to dialogue

The newly-appointed President Taye Atske Selassie has vowed to pursue peace in Ethiopia and beyond.

Kenyan team prepare for a training exercise with cones

Kenyan team prepare for a training exercise with cones

Kenya: World Cup debut turning point for women's football

After Kenya's historic achievement of reaching the U17 World Cup, change and progress for women's football is possible.

Pictures of unindentified murder victims

Pictures of unindentified murder victims

Interpol seeks public assistance to crack cold case murders

The bodies of the 46 women were found across six European countries as many as 40 years ago.

A woman smiles as several other men look on.

A woman smiles as several other men look on.

India: Can former wrestling champion make it in politics?

Olympic wrestler Vinesh Phogat's political entry symbolizes a broader fight for justice and the protection of women.

Demonstrators in Paris show their support for Gisele Pelicot in September

Demonstrators in Paris show their support for Gisele Pelicot in September

Gender-based violence: What's being done to protect women?

Gisele Pelicot's mass rape and other abuse cases have sparked outrage. What's being done to stop gender-based violence?

Jackline Juma gestures to players on the training pitch

Jackline Juma gestures to players on the training pitch

Female coach breaking male barriers in African football

As head coach of men's football team FC Talanta in Kenya's top division, Jackline Juma is blazing a trail for women.

A woman wearing a dirndl speaks into a microphone in front of a large crowd at Oktoberfest

A woman wearing a dirndl speaks into a microphone in front of a large crowd at Oktoberfest

Women conquering Oktoberfest's toughest jobs

At Germany's Oktoberfest, women are managing giant beer tents, driving rickshaws and helping to build the fairground.

Tsering Lamo tends to her sheep at their sheep shed in Chushul

Tsering Lamo tends to her sheep at their sheep shed in Chushul

How India-China border tensions affect Ladakh nomads

As Ladakh nomads' traditional way of life hangs in the balance, what solutions exist to safeguard their rights?

Afghan burqa-clad women walk down a road in Kandahar on August 28, 2024

Afghan burqa-clad women walk down a road in Kandahar on August 28, 2024

EU top court rules Afghan women are a persecuted group

An Afghan woman's gender and nationality can suffice as proof of persecution for refugee status, the EU court said.

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DW Focus on Europe Sendungslogo

Focus on Europe — Spotlight on People

People from around the world flock to Oktoberfest. Women are increasingly involved in management.

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DW Sendung The 77 Percent | #238

The 77 Percent — The Magazine for Africa's Youth

Gen Z are making their voices heard. The 77 Percent speaks with them, as well as Kenyan President William Ruto.

The Australian team celebrate a wicket

The Australian team celebrate a wicket

Women's T20 Cricket World Cup: How it works

Australia have won six of the eight Women's T20 World Cups, but challengers are emerging.

Odisha players and coach hold an India flag and pose for a group photograph

Odisha players and coach hold an India flag and pose for a group photograph

Women's football: Odisha putting India on the map

Odisha became the first-ever Indian team, men's or women's, to reach the group stages of the Asian Champions League.

A group of women put their hands in a circle, touching a pile of basketballs

A group of women put their hands in a circle, touching a pile of basketballs

Gambia's female basketballers take to the court

A growing number of girls and women are taking their place in Gambia's world of sports, inspiring the next generation.

Indian worker with mask

Indian worker with mask

Indian women push for better working conditions

In New Delhi, women are collaborating to cut their exposure to toxic air.

A family pushing prams walking down a street

A family pushing prams walking down a street

What's behind Russia's plan to ban 'child-free' ideology?

Russia's parliament is working on a "child-free" ideology ban. Is this another crackdown on women's rights?

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DW Akademie l Zahra Nader, Gründerin und Chefredakteurin von Zan Times

How to survive and thrive reporting on women in Afghanistan

Zahra Nader, founder and editor-in-chief of the Zan Times, talks about journalism as a form of resistance.

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DW Akademie l Zahra Nader, Gründerin und Chefredakteurin von Zan Times

How to survive and thrive reporting on women in Afghanistan

Zahra Nader, founder and editor-in-chief of the Zan Times, talks about journalism as a form of resistance.

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DW AfricaLink

African women: Overcoming leadership challenges

Women who lead or aspire to lead face multifaceted challenges globally. In many African countries, women face gender biases, workplace stereotypes, and a lack of mentorship. How can they navigate these obstacles? Josey Mahachi talks to South African education minister Siviwe Gwarube, Mary Ayim-Segbefia from Ghana's NAFTI, and Nigeria's youngest commissioner, Nafisat Buge.

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Screenshot 77percent

How women are solving Ghana's water hyacinth scourge

Women in Ghana are turning invasive water hyacinths into stunning sustainable clothing and household products.

The mayor of Freetown, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr (center) flanked by two other people

The mayor of Freetown, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr (center) flanked by two other people

German Africa Prize 2024 awarded to Sierra Leone politician

In just six years, Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyyer has introduced Sierra Leone's capital Freetown, to models of sustainability.

Emanuela Rusta referees a match between Real Madrid and Sporting Lisbon

Emanuela Rusta referees a match between Real Madrid and Sporting Lisbon

Female referee deletes Instagram after sexist messages

Albanian referee Emanuela Rusta got rid of her social media account after constant remarks about her appearance.

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Malawi Mchinji 2024 | GirlZ Off Mute Projekt an Mädchenschule

GirlZ Off Mute Trailer

GirlZ Off Mute Trailer

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DW AfricaLink | Podcastcover: 67715110

Why Black women should embrace their natural hair

Discover Nigeria's booming hair industry, where local players are catching up to Asian giants in the wig and weave market. Plus, as Miss Universe 2024 approaches, celebrate Zozibini Tunzi, the first Black woman to win with afro-textured hair, defying advice to wear a wig.

Women look at colorful tupperware bowls.

Women look at colorful tupperware bowls.

How Tupperware parties empowered homebound suburban women

As the plastic kitchenware company files for bankruptcy, DW looks at how a business model became a cultural phenomenon.

A security guard stands watch with a gun

A security guard stands watch with a gun

Bangladesh's garment workers return to jobs after unrest

Can the new interim government tackle longstanding problems affecting the industry?

People displaced from the Akakhel and Tirah valley of Khyber where the Pakistan Army launched a military operation against Taliban militants, arrive in Bara Khber agency, Pakistan, in October 2014

People displaced from the Akakhel and Tirah valley of Khyber where the Pakistan Army launched a military operation against Taliban militants, arrive in Bara Khber agency, Pakistan, in October 2014

Pakistan: Why these displaced people can't return home

Thousands of people were forced out of their villages when Pakistan launched a crackdown on jihadis a decade ago.

Yanina Chávez is carrying out a routine security check on a train in Buenos Aires.

Yanina Chávez is carrying out a routine security check on a train in Buenos Aires.

Argentina's Milei weakens rights for women, LGBTQ+

Major cutbacks introduced by President Javier Milei have meant the closure of ministries protecting marginalized people.

A young woman in Tehran walks past a mural of the Statue of Liberty next to the former US embassy

A young woman in Tehran walks past a mural of the Statue of Liberty next to the former US embassy

Femicide in Iran: Tradition and law enable killing of women

The death of Mahsa Amini shook Iran and the world, but the killing of women for "honor" is often overlooked in Iran.

A group of Maasai men and women in traditional dress stand in a semi-circle watching two rangers plant a sapling in a nature conservation area in Kenya

A group of Maasai men and women in traditional dress stand in a semi-circle watching two rangers plant a sapling in a nature conservation area in Kenya

How Maasai women protect their communities with green skills

Maasai women in Kenya’s Maasai Mara region are learning how to farm and grow trees to conserve the environment.

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Früchte des Brotnussbaums

Rediscovering the breadnut tree in Colombia

The seeds of the breadnut tree have high nutritional value. And other parts of the plant are used as remedies.

A mural of Jina Mahsa Amini in Dublin

A mural of Jina Mahsa Amini in Dublin

Iran: Yearning for freedom 2 years after Mahsa Amini's death

The tragic death of Jina Mahsa Amini sparked a protest movement, turning the young woman into a symbol of resistance.

A river flows in Kabugao, Philippines

A river flows in Kabugao, Philippines

Philippines: Hydropower plans threaten Indigenous people

The Philippines' plans to build hydropower plants has raised alarm among Indigenous communities.

A young homeless woman begging for money in an underground train station in Berlin.

A young homeless woman begging for money in an underground train station in Berlin.

Germany: Young women and girls more at risk of homelessness

Homelessness also affects young people, including an unusually high proportion of women and girls.