Womankind

A state of change

Maria Sarungi-Tsehai Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Artwork: Marianna Gefen

Womankind: What are some of the biggest challenges facing women in Tanzania?

The first challenge is the mindset - present in both men and women - towards the role of women and their place in society. For many, the fact that women in Tanzania bear the brunt of family upkeep, yet are expected to also be productive at work or business is overwhelming. Yet it is

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