UN calls for investing in combating FGM, upholding rights of females
In 2012, the UN General Assembly designated 6 February as the International…
UN supports all national efforts to end FGM in Egypt
UN is looking forward to partnering with Egypt in advancing women’s and…
Egypt’s top Islamic authority Al-Azhar approves law toughening FGM penalties
Penalty for FGM increased up to 20-year imprisonment, instead of 7 years
Egypt’s Parliament preliminarily approves draft law toughening FGM penalties
New law stipulates that medical institution where FGM takes place will be…
FGM in Egypt: Culture goes through sea change as law revolutionises
Egypt’s girls and women taking firm stand against genital mutilation to change…
Government’s position considered momentum in criminalising FGM: National Council for Women
Toughening penalty for FGM is new victory for girls’ rights: National Council…
Healthcare professionals conduct 80% of FGM in Egypt: UNFPA
COVID-19 has had no direct impact on child marriage or FGM rates
NCW finalises draft law to toughen FGM penalties: council chief
Extensive work to unify efforts on ending FGM in Egypt is underway,…
Egypt’s prosecution refers doctor, parents to criminal court over FGM
Egypt has one of highest rates of FGM, says UNICEF report
New FGM victim sheds light on backlash, raising question on why it is still there
“The doctor tried to save her, but she passed away,” the public…