The Forgotten Diseases Faced by the Ageing Women’s Population
It is clear that the stresses on Sub-Saharan women as they go through life are intense, even in the most traditional societies. In the many parts of the region where disruption, famine, war, and forced migration prevail, the pressures are all the greater. The customs and expectations of women’s roles, although variable among African societies, […]
Policies And Challenges Around Ageing in Sub-Saharan Africa
People in Africa are living longer than ever before. The region continues to face a burden of persistent infectious diseases, while the prevalence of risk factors for chronic diseases is also on the increase. For elderly women, age and gender discrimination is a major concern that often leads to disempowerment and can result in poor […]
