| Description |
1 online resource (243 pages) |
| Contents |
Foreword; Preface; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Part I: Theoretical Explanations of Female Victimization; 1 Gender and Patriarchy; Part II: Issues Affecting African Women; 2 Poverty; 3 Problems and Weaknesses in Educational Systems; 4 The Impact of the Economy on Women; 5 Trafficking of Women; 6 Crimes of Culture; Part III: Recommendations; 7 Recommendations; Conclusion; References; Index of Names; Index of Subjects; About the Author |
| Summary |
This book discusses the causes of women's marginalization in Africa, addressing issues such as time poverty, lack of education, poor governance, human trafficking, and cultural practices such as early marriages and bride price. It provides recommendations on policies and initiatives that would elevate women's livelihood and societal standing in African countries |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 185-205) and indexes |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Women -- Africa -- Social conditions -- 21st century
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Women -- Legal status, laws, etc. -- Africa
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Women -- Africa -- Economic conditions -- 21st century
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Patriarchy -- Africa
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Sex discrimination against women -- Africa
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Patriarchy
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Sex discrimination against women
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Women -- Economic conditions
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Women -- Legal status, laws, etc.
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Women -- Social conditions
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Africa
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Austin, Timothy
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| ISBN |
9781498538794 |
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1498538797 |
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