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Tithandizane campaigns for commercial sex workers’ rights in Malawi Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi

It has been revealed that female sex workers (FSW) in Malawi face significant societal challenges, often rooted in cultural and religious misunderstandings. Tithandizane, a prominent organization dedicated to supporting FSW, is addressing these issues by emphasizing the importance of human rights education to empower these women and improve their lives. Henry Chikoti, Director of Finance […]

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