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Betty Makoni: Use cultural values to fight rape

The best way of “dealing with rape as a weapon of war is to find the positive cultural values that promote women and girls,” Betty Makoni, founder of Girl Child Network World Wide (GCNW) has said.

Addressing diplomats at a recent International women's day event in the UK, Ms. Makoni said “impunity can cause more pain within families and communities.”

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Dolls speaking African languages finally available

The first ever dolls speaking African languages have been launched to preserve African languages and cultures.

For too many years toy manufacturers have ignored the needs of African children.

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African Diaspora to play key role in Campaign against hunger

A Diaspora working Group has been set up to support Diaspora organisations in the UK to roll out the ‘Enough Food for Everyone IF’ Campaign.

The campaign being launched today by Britain’s leading development charities and faith groups, will tackle hunger trap.

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Betty Makoni: Poor women barred from expensive conferences

Betty Makoni, founder of Girl Child Network World Wide (GCNW) has criticised those who organise expensive conferences in expensive hotels to discuss issues affecting the poor.

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Stars celebrate Pauline Long’s achievements in London

Celebrity friends recently came together in London to celebrate the achievements and generosity of BEFFTA Founder Pauline Long.

The mother of two and entrepreneur was recently listed in the Black Women in Europe Power List.

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