International Women’s Day highlights achievements and inequality

It was a busy day yesterday as the world marked International Women’s Day.

“No country prospers without the engagement of women,” said Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, executive director of UN Women. “This is the only way we will get real societal change that incorporates women in decision-making as equals and benefits us all.”

Meanwhile, thousands of women gathered in Spain to protest against gender violence and campaign for equal rights. And, Malala signed a deal with Apple TV+ to “draw on her ability to inspire people around the world” by producing dramas, documentaries and more about women and children.  

“I believe in the power of stories to bring families together, forge friendships, build movements, and inspire children to dream,” the Nobel laureate and women’s right’s activist is quoted as saying in the Apple press release.

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