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Street Debate Namibia: Young and a Teenage Mum

April 14, 2022

From financial dependency on older men to no access to contraceptives: There are many reasons why teen girls may find themselves unexpectedly pregnant.

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DW Sendung The 77 Percent | Street Debate
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We head to Namibia with Edith Kimani to ask why teenage pregnancies are so prevalent in Windhoek’s low income communities and what kind of challenges teen mums are facing.

 

DW Sendung The 77 Percent | Bibata Ibrahim Maiga
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Look at me! The cry of a Malian dancer

Malian performance artist Bibata Ibrahim Maiga wants to be respected - as an artist and above all, as a woman in charge of her own life. Through her public performances, she illustrates the struggles modern working women face to earn the respect they deserve.

 

DW Sendung The 77 Percent | Teenage Dad
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Kenya: The trials and tribulations of a teen dad

Amos Odhiambo became the dad of a heathy baby boy when he was just 17. But teen parenting comes with its own set of challenges. Amos talks to GirlZOffMute reporter Silvia Adhiambo in Kibera about his plans for his young family.

 

DW Sendung The 77 Percent | Child Marriage
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The price of child marriage in Namibia

Hilda Mafuta was just 16-years-old when her grandmother married her off to a man 14-years her senior. Unsurprisingly, the ill-fated marriage took a toll on her teenage life and education. Now, she’s determined to take control of her future.

 

DW Sendung The 77 Percent | Ugandan Weddings
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The wedding trend tearing up Ugandan dancefloors

A new wedding trend is emerging in Uganda: Choreographed line dancing! Brides and grooms invite their guests to the floor for a sleek routine. It’s no wonder entertainers and dance instructors like Allan Muhebwa are fully booked during wedding season!

 

 

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