Rwanda - gender equality controversially Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What conflict has been happening in Rwanda?
A
Genocide - Tutsi minority oppressed the Hutu majority
2
Q
What type of government is in Rwanda?
A
Autocratic
3
Q
What % of MPs are female?
A
56%
4
Q
What actions have been taken to improve gender equality in Rwanda?
A
President ‘drove out’ Tutsis to prevent uprising
Did not cut welfare/childcare
Invested in basic sanitation and clean water so girls don’t have to fetch water
Invested in healthcare
Establishes Aikiah institute - all-female college
5
Q
What does Rwanda rank on the Global Gender Gap Index?
A
5th (best)
