Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has said that no woman should remain in an abusive, harmful, or toxic marriage. The statement was reported by Nigerian newspaper Tribune Online on 7 September 2026. According to the report, Gumi's remarks address the treatment of women in abusive marriages, though the available excerpt does not provide further detail on the context of his comments or where they were made.

Chioma Uzodimma, the wife of the Imo State Governor, has advised men to care for their wives while they are financially stable, suggesting that such kindness will be reciprocated during challenging times. She emphasized that women generally wish for the best for their husbands, which can strengthen their support in difficult periods, according to Information Nigeria.

In Tanzania, climate change significantly impacts the daily lives of millions of women and girls, affecting their access to water, food, and income. This reality highlights the need for empowerment and community strengthening to better cope with climate shocks, moving beyond statistical discussions to address the tangible effects on vulnerable populations, according to Daily News.

The WARIF Survivor Stories Series highlights the experiences of survivors of rape and sexual violence, aiming to encourage them to share their stories without fear of judgment. The latest installment focuses on Davida, who found support and a path to recovery through WARIF after her assault. This initiative seeks to raise awareness about the prevalence of sexual violence in society and promote understanding and empathy towards survivors.

Ngobese-Zuma, leader of March and March, stated that there will be no violence or killings on June 30, emphasizing that the government must be held accountable for ensuring safety in the country, according to TimesLIVE.

According to Taifa Leo, women are being used by criminal gangs to lure drivers on major highways in Kenya before they are attacked with firearms and robbed of vehicles, goods, and other valuables. This new tactic has emerged amid a rise in armed robbery incidents on key transport routes such as Nairobi-Mombasa and Nairobi-Nakuru-Eldoret. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) reports that attractive women are positioned along the roads pretending to be stranded or in need of urgent assistance.