https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/rss.xml/?type=topic&rssname=human-rights&parent=governanceHuman rights RSS feeds.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:21:10 GMTenhttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/podcast/why-ethics-matters-in-science/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/podcast/why-ethics-matters-in-science/Ethics in science ensures scientists conduct responsible and morally sound research and experiment. Thu, 2 May 2024 02:36:49 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/droughts-increase-hiv-risk-in-rural-africa-study/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/droughts-increase-hiv-risk-in-rural-africa-study/Sub-Saharan Africa faces a potential surge in HIV due to droughts and their impact on behaviours, researchers warn. Fri, 8 Mar 2024 12:22:21 GMT+0000Elna Schützhttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/podcast/advancing-africas-sexual-and-reproductive-health-services/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/podcast/advancing-africas-sexual-and-reproductive-health-services/Millions of women and girls in Sub-Saharan Africa lack proper access to sexual and reproductive health services, putting lives at risk. Thu, 26 Oct 2023 08:21:42 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/features/disability-in-a-pandemic-africas-forgotten-families/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/features/disability-in-a-pandemic-africas-forgotten-families/Hardships for persons with disabilities that COVID-19 worsened need urgent attention, writes Michelle Mbuthia. Thu, 3 Aug 2023 03:35:52 GMT+0000Michelle Mbuthiahttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/ugandas-anti-gay-law-sparks-global-concerns-over-health-access/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/ugandas-anti-gay-law-sparks-global-concerns-over-health-access/Law violates human rights and undermines public health efforts, say opponents. Tue, 6 Jun 2023 01:47:24 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/uganda-anti-gay-bill-hiv-progress/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/uganda-anti-gay-bill-hiv-progress/The anti-homosexual bill would increase discrimination against LGBTQ people and limit HIV care, warn campaigners. Fri, 5 May 2023 06:13:26 GMT+0000Esther Nakkazihttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/podcast/taking-on-the-climate-crisis/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/podcast/taking-on-the-climate-crisis/At COP26, youth climate leader Ineza Grace says Africa’s women are heroes who face the climate crisis every day. Wed, 10 Nov 2021 04:17:36 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/role-model/fear-of-laughter-keeps-girls-quiet-at-school/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/role-model/fear-of-laughter-keeps-girls-quiet-at-school/Biostatistician says boosting girls’ self-esteem can keep them in school and create a new generation of researchers. Wed, 15 Sep 2021 11:54:11 GMT+0000Charles Pensulohttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/rights-group-launches-tool-to-stem-cybercrime-in-africa/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/rights-group-launches-tool-to-stem-cybercrime-in-africa/Cybercrime is on the rise in Africa, say the pioneers of a digital platform designed to support victims. Thu, 13 May 2021 07:22:56 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/africa-science-focus/behind-the-wall-africas-prison-health-crisis/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/africa-science-focus/behind-the-wall-africas-prison-health-crisis/Overcrowding and appalling conditions in prisons create disease and hunger threats for Africa’s poorest, say advocates. Wed, 14 Apr 2021 05:12:26 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/scidev-net-investigates/covid-19-global-vaccine-promises-ring-hollow/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/scidev-net-investigates/covid-19-global-vaccine-promises-ring-hollow/Almost 130 countries yet to receive a single COVID-19 vaccine dose, as ten high-income countries secure majority. Thu, 25 Feb 2021 11:19:08 GMT+0000Julien Chongwang, Joel Adriano, Aleida Rueda, Hazem Badr, Dann Okoth, Claudia Mazzeohttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/africa-science-focus/rebuilding-science-after-conflict/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/africa-science-focus/rebuilding-science-after-conflict/Find out what is happening behind the scenes to build back science and technology research in Africa. Wed, 7 Oct 2020 05:18:06 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/features/paving-the-way-to-inclusion-for-egypt-s-disabled-1/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/features/paving-the-way-to-inclusion-for-egypt-s-disabled-1/An award-winning mobile phone app promotes access for people with disabilities in Egypt, but attitudes are harder to change, writes Hazem Badr. Thu, 5 Dec 2019 02:42:55 GMT+0000Hazem Badrhttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/features/facts-figures-disabilities-in-developing-countries-1/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/features/facts-figures-disabilities-in-developing-countries-1/Stigma and varying definitions obscure the true scale of disability and its challenges in lower-income countries, writes Inga Vesper. Thu, 5 Dec 2019 02:40:38 GMT+0000Inga Vesperhttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/features/everyday-ufos-the-dark-side-of-drones-in-development-2/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/features/everyday-ufos-the-dark-side-of-drones-in-development-2/Drones and AI can be lifesavers, but can be exploitative and breed fear if used without consent, writes Inga Vesper. Wed, 23 Oct 2019 02:03:21 GMT+0000Inga Vesperhttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/multimedia/refugee-responses-shelter-design-1/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/multimedia/refugee-responses-shelter-design-1/See how innovative shelters and democratic design benefit some of the world’s 60 million displaced people. Thu, 20 Aug 2015 10:52:25 GMT+0000Imogen Mathershttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/scientists-better-benefits-research-volunteers/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/scientists-better-benefits-research-volunteers/Researchers say that R&D volunteers need to be compensated well, including such benefits as medical insurance. Wed, 22 Jul 2015 09:52:01 GMT+0000Esther Nakkazihttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/assaf-homosexuality-african-life-report-1/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/news/assaf-homosexuality-african-life-report-1/The weight of scientific evidence shows there is nothing abnormal or un-African about homosexuality, a report says. Fri, 12 Jun 2015 09:20:37 GMT+0000Laura Owingshttps://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/column/gender-lgbt-persecution-1/https://www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-africa/column/gender-lgbt-persecution-1/The UN has attacked abuse based on sexual orientation, but Africa shows the problem’s scale, says Monica Tabengwa. Fri, 10 Oct 2014 11:02:36 GMT+0000Imogen Mathers