Anna Koblanck, Author at Women's eNews

South Africa Rape Trial Dashes Hope for Change

By Anna Koblanck ● Uncategorized ● March 24, 2006

The high-profile rape trial of South Africa’s former vice president Jacob Zuma alarms advocates for rape survivors already disheartened by the weakening of a once-promising bill on sexual offenses.

Uganda’s Pro-Women Program Produces a Dissident

By Anna Koblanck ● Uncategorized ● March 13, 2006

Ugandans voted last month for 69 special female members of parliament as part of the country’s lauded gender affirmative-action program. But one prominent female politician says the 10-year-old system has failed to deliver legal gains for women.

African Women Test Anti-HIV Gel

By Anna Koblanck ● Uncategorized ● February 9, 2006

A new generation of vaginal gels promises women more power over their sexual health and protection against HIV. As South African women now test one product, investigators and analysts defend efforts to ensure their informed consent.

Liberian Becomes Africa’s First Elected Female Prez

By Anna Koblanck ● Employment ● November 5, 2005

Pending a final certification of the vote, Liberia has become the first African nation to elect a female president. Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf won her bid for office on Nov. 8. Fifth in a series on emerging female leaders in Africa.

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South Africa Rape Trial Dashes Hope for Change

Uganda’s Pro-Women Program Produces a Dissident

African Women Test Anti-HIV Gel

Liberian Becomes Africa’s First Elected Female Prez