rights of women

"I never imagined that the rights of women would be compromised so easily," Malala tells BBC Asian Network.

“I will continue to stand up for our rights, including the reproductive rights of women, and to fight for a stronger and better future for young people, including creating more affordable housing, reducing gun violence, and doing all we can to rescue our civilization from the climate crisis. The fight has just begun.”

"The lesson of today is that progress is not inevitable. But asserting our progressive values is more important than ever - re-committing to building a world where racism and hatred is rejected, the fundamental rights of women and girls are upheld, and where we continue to tackle the crisis of climate change head on."

Wade and other legislation at the federal level that he says would protect the rights of women to make their own healthcare decisions.

"When I saw the news that Chris Brown was coming to South Africa, I was shocked and deeply disappointed," said Sabina Walter, executive director of Women for Change, an organisation that advocates for the rights of women and children in South Africa.