Author(s)
Tichagwa, WilfredEditor(s)
Walker, BridgetPublication date
1994-02-01
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Gender & DevelopmentDocument type
Journal articleLanguage
EnglishDescription
Rural women play a central role in their country's economy and households. Therefore, drought profoundly interrupts their work and has far-reaching impacts in five areas. Economically, drought affects food, trade, labour and migration. Environmentally, finding alternatives to crops has direct and indirect consequences for land use. Socially, Tichagwa looks at migration to urban areas; female headed households; and exploitation of women in marriage or sex work. In terms of health, women are affected by a lack or, or dirty, water, malnutrition, and reduced access to medical services. Finally, policy makers should look beyond immediate food needs to the empowerment of women, long term solutions to food shortages, and national preparedness. This article is hosted by our co-publisher Taylor & Francis. For the full table of contents for this and previous issues of this journal, please visit the <a href="http://www.genderanddevelopment.org">Gender and Development</a> website.Pages
6ISSN
1355-2074EISSN
1364-9221ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1080/09682869308519993