The rights of Rural Women in Sub-Saharan Africa: A two-tier system

This book offers a general overview of the daily lives of rural women in sub-Saharan Africa. Faced with enormous difficulties, they struggle day and night to ensure the survival not only of their children, but also of the entire community. Their environment is not conducive to their fulfilment. In stark contrast to men, who enjoy socio-political, economic and cultural advantages, women are confined to traditional roles that prevent them from exercising their rights. Although they form the backbone of the agricultural workforce, they lack access to land titles, clean water, healthcare and more... Trapped by the culture, traditions and religions that perpetuate the patriarchal system, these women - who are, moreover, fighters - must be granted the same rights as men. This does not mean rejecting traditional values, but rather adapting them to universal human values. Granting rural women the same rights as men is key to ensuring the sustainable development of rural areas in sub-Saharan Africa. We therefore invite you to read through it and take action to bring about this social change.