Restrictive Government Makes Fighting Sexual Assault Hard In Egypt
The past few years have been a roller coaster for Egyptian activists like Kholoud Saber Barakat, whose organization helps victims of sexual abuse.
Africa
Boredom On The Border Between Liberia And Guinea
To stop the spread of Ebola, Liberia shut down its border crossings to Guinea. That might have been wise from a medical point of view, but it's bad for the economy — and the restless residents.
Why Aren't World Leaders Angrier About Violence Against Women?
That's what South African activist Bafana Khumalo wants to know. He's spoken out for 20 years. He protested at the White House today and will accept an award for his efforts tomorrow.
S. African Prosecutors To Seek Murder Conviction Against Pistorius
The double-amputee Olympian was convicted earlier this year of culpable homicide, or manslaughter, in the shooting death of his girlfriend. He is serving a five-year prison sentence.
Idris Elba Plays A Soccer Coach Out To Crush Ebola In New Ad Campaign
The British actor and a group of African soccer stars have teamed up with the CDC in a new public health campaign. The message: Ebola "is not an ordinary game. This is life or death."
Ebola Is Down, But Not Out, In Liberia
Ten to 12 new cases are reported daily, primarily around the capital and outlying areas. On Monday, Liberia's president announced an initiative, Ebola Must Go, that focuses on getting communities more involved in anti-Ebola measures.
Ebola Cases Are Down, So Should Liberians Stop Worrying?
The country is now reporting fewer than 100 new cases each week. But the CDC's chief there says Liberia must stay alert and not allow the presence of Ebola to become a new norm.
Ebola, Schmebola — You Still Have To Look Good!
Liberians aren't letting a brutal epidemic put a crimp in their amazing sense of fashion. The streets are still full of stylish folks, because as the local saying goes, "Looking good is business."
With Ebola Cases Down, Officials Worry Liberians Aren't Worried Enough
Treatment units in Liberia stand nearly empty, but a dozen or so Ebola cases still appear each day, with clusters in Monrovia and rural areas. The CDC's chief there wants the nation to stay alert.
Liberian Businesses Reopen Their Doors, But Customers Are Wary
The Ebola outbreak shuttered shops, cafes and offices. As the situation eases, many have now opened again — but as restaurant owner Mama Quaye can testify, business is hardly booming.