Kenya Farmers Reap Profits Sown by Joined Hands

Women's eNews - by Zoe Alsop - Nov. 23, 2008 (News Report)
Efforts to improve agriculture in Kenya often miss the mark by targeting men instead of women. One woman spent 20 years organizing female farmers to share investments and training. Now men are joining too, and the women's work is paying off. More »
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by Leo Romero - Nov. 23, 2008 - See Full Review (1 answer)
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by Naomi Isler - Nov. 23, 2008 - See Full Review (6 answers)
Notes: It's good journalism because it brings attention to one of the many little known problems that affect developing countries. It is, however, very human interest oriented, and lacks the kind of macro factual information that would make it more solid.
Comment: One more example of how institutions run by men ignore the problems and potential of women.

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by Edwin Okong'o - Nov. 24, 2008 - See Full Review (8 answers)
Notes: As a journalist and someone who grew up in rural Kenya I understand the importance of such a story. It seems to me that the reporter sought knowledge from someone who understands Kenya. Although the story is about hunger, it is done in a way that is not demeaning or presents Africans as desperate beings.
Comment: Although African men often take credit for our success, our mothers are the real champions. Even mothers who had little education take great risks ... More »

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One more example of how institutions run by men ignore the problems and potential of women.
Although African men often take credit for our success, our mothers are the real champions. Even mothers who had little education take great risks to ensure children remain in school.
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