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Africa: Remarks By Unicef Executive Catherine Russell On World Water Day 2026 - Where Water Flows, Equality Grows

UNICEF Executive Catherine Russell highlighted the critical link between the global water crisis and gender inequality, particularly how it affects girls.

Mar 20 • 11:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

I'm Sorry, Earth—Let's Not Stay; Let's Have the Courage to Solve Together

The fifth issue of 'Today's Children's Book' was published on March 8th, coinciding with International Women's Day, featuring 93 selected books that focus on themes of social equity, ecological awareness, and more.

Mar 19 • 20:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Commentary: Tytti Tuppurainen told the worst joke of Equality Day

The SDP continues to address harassment allegations amid mixed responses from party leaders following a commissioned report.

Mar 19 • 11:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Do you know what day it is today?

March 19th is celebrated as Minna Canth and Equality Day in Finland, honoring the first Finnish woman to receive her own flag day.

Mar 19 • 05:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Today we celebrate Minna Canth and Equality Day

Today marks the celebration of Minna Canth and Equality Day in Finland, recognizing Canth's contributions to women's rights and social issues.

Mar 18 • 23:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Streets and the Woman

The article reflects on the recognition of women's contributions and achievements in various fields, especially highlighted during International Women's Day celebrations.

Mar 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

IWD 2026: Kaduna female council chair urges equal rights for women

The Executive Chairman of Jaba Local Government Area in Kaduna called for greater efforts towards achieving gender equality and protecting women's rights in her statement for International Women’s Day 2026.

Mar 17 • 00:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A frightening 8-M

Readers express their concerns about machismo, children's deaths in wars, and the anguish caused by the state of the world.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria calls for global investment in women

Nigeria hosted the second edition of Nigerian Women’s Day at the UN, emphasizing the need for global investment in women to achieve gender equality.

Mar 16 • 02:52 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

For the Girls

The article emphasizes the systemic violence that causes many girls in Mexico to abandon their education and the significance of advocating for their rights during International Women's Day protests.

Mar 12 • 12:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Women in Agriculture': event discusses the role of women in the agribusiness of the São Francisco Valley

An event titled 'Women in Agriculture' is set to take place in Petrolina, Brazil, to highlight the role of women in agribusiness on International Women's Day.

Mar 12 • 11:35 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

TIP Mexico calls for moving from rhetoric to real equality policies in companies

TIP Mexico emphasizes the need for companies to implement structural and measurable equality policies rather than rely on superficial gender equality campaigns.

Mar 11 • 17:59 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Women critical drivers of social, national development – NDPHC CEO

Jennifer Adighije, CEO of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, emphasizes the importance of women in leadership and the organization’s commitment to gender inclusivity during an event for International Women’s Day.

Mar 10 • 21:41 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

IWD: NGX, partners ring closing gong for gender equality

The Nigerian Exchange Group and several partners marked International Women’s Day by highlighting the importance of gender equality in economic leadership.

Mar 10 • 21:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Women hold only 64% of men’s legal rights globally – UN

The UN reports that women globally possess only 64% of the legal rights that men enjoy, highlighting significant gender inequality that persists.

Mar 10 • 16:27 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

A tribute to women: strength, light, and heart of our society

In this Women's Day tribute, the article celebrates the vital role of women in society, highlighting their strength, determination, and contributions across various fields.

Mar 10 • 14:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Guerrero advances in policies and reforms to guarantee the rights and safety of women and girls: Evelyn Salgado

Evelyn Salgado, the governor of Guerrero, emphasized the state's commitment to advancing policies for the protection of women and girls' rights during a women's empowerment event on International Women's Day.

Mar 10 • 01:45 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

International Women's Day with Demands to the Government: The Feminist March Fills Avenida de Mayo Again

The feminist march for International Women's Day took place on a Monday this year, emphasizing current issues like economic cuts and the dismantling of gender policies.

Mar 9 • 22:31 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

What a scandal, the family in the woods, the drama of that crying and Khamenei: so, today...

Italian President Mattarella addresses gender equality and the impact of recent tragedies involving children, highlighting societal issues and the responsibility of adults.

Mar 9 • 21:48 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

IWD: Fubara reaffirms commitment to empowering women, promoting gender equality

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has pledged his administration's commitment to empowering women and promoting gender equality on International Women’s Day.

Mar 9 • 16:47 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Controversy in Misiones: a municipality gave away buckets and brooms on International Women's Day

A municipality in Misiones, Argentina, sparked outrage after giving away cleaning supplies during International Women's Day celebrations.

Mar 9 • 16:24 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Namibia: GBV, Inequality Halt Women's Progress - Nandi-Ndaitwah

Namibian President Nandi-Ndaitwah highlights ongoing challenges such as gender-based violence and economic inequality that impede women's progress towards equality, despite some advancements in women's rights.

Mar 9 • 12:02 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Tens of thousands protest in Spain against the war on Iran

Tens of thousands demonstrated in Spain, utilizing International Women's Day activities to call for an end to the war on Iran and advocate for peace and equality.

Mar 9 • 08:02 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Beyond 8M

Despite some advances in gender equality, significant disparities between men and women in the labor market persist, as highlighted during recent marches across Mexico on International Women's Day.

Mar 9 • 07:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Mozambique: Chapo Calls for Respect for Women's Rights

Mozambican President Daniel Chapo emphasizes the importance of recognizing and promoting women's rights, particularly in Mozambique, on the occasion of International Women's Day.

Mar 9 • 05:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Persistent Demand of 8M

On International Women's Day (8M), women in Spain publicly advocated for gender equality amidst political tensions and global conflicts.

Mar 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

March 8th Surpasses Sánchez's 'No to War': Feminism Takes to the Streets with Equality Messages and transcends Party Attempts to Revitalize the Left

On International Women's Day, feminist movements in Spain led masses in protest against war, emphasizing themes of equality and transcending political affiliations.

Mar 9 • 02:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

This is Fantastic: where does the hatred towards women come from and what to expect for the future this March 8th

The article examines the progress and ongoing struggles for women's rights in Brazil, particularly in light of rising femicide rates leading up to International Women's Day.

Mar 9 • 00:23 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Maru Campos recognizes Chihuahuan women

The governor of Chihuahua, Maru Campos, recognized the efforts of local women on International Women's Day, highlighting the ongoing struggle for equality and the need to confront violence and discrimination.

Mar 8 • 22:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Acts demand gender equality and end to violence against women in Europe and Latin America

Thousands mobilized on International Women's Day, advocating for gender equality and an end to violence against women in various cities across Europe and Latin America.

Mar 8 • 22:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Women’s Mobilizations Took Place in Esmeraldas and Napo this Sunday March 8

On March 8, 2023, International Women's Day, women’s groups in Esmeraldas and Napo held mobilizations advocating for gender equality and women’s rights.

Mar 8 • 21:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Invisible Barriers to Women's Presence in Politics

This article discusses the underrepresentation of women in Brazilian politics in light of International Women’s Day, highlighting Brazil's low ranking in women's parliamentary presence.

Mar 8 • 21:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Demonstration in São Paulo on International Women's Day calls for combating feminicide

A demonstration held in São Paulo on International Women's Day highlighted the urgent need to combat feminicide and pushed for gender equality despite inclement weather dispersing the crowd.

Mar 8 • 20:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘When one advances, we all advance’: Sheinbaum recognizes women of the Armed Forces on International Women’s Day

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum acknowledged the role of women in the Armed Forces on International Women’s Day, calling it a step toward equality and emphasizing the need for their recognition in history to combat gender violence.

Mar 8 • 20:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cities across Brazil hold events for International Women's Day with protests against gender violence

Cities across Brazil organized protests on March 8, International Women's Day, to advocate for gender equality and against violence towards women.

Mar 8 • 19:11 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

‘This day is not celebrated, it is commemorated’: International Women’s Day is experienced with marches and sports in Quito

International Women’s Day in Quito was marked by a running event and various marches celebrating women's empowerment and self-esteem.

Mar 8 • 18:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

International Women's Day: the working-class origin of March 8

March 8 is recognized as International Women's Day, originally rooted in the struggle for better working conditions by women in factories during the early 20th century.

Mar 8 • 17:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

International Women's Day March Took Place in Kyiv

International Women's Day marches were held in Kyiv to advocate for women's rights and issues related to safety, equality, and dignity amid the war in Ukraine.

Mar 8 • 17:16 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Photos and videos of the 8M march 2026 LIVE: Route of the demonstration and gathering points

Thousands of women across Mexico are participating in the March 8, 2026, demonstration, advocating for gender equality and justice.

Mar 8 • 16:28 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The Story of March 8: How the First International Women's Day Was Honored

The article discusses the historical significance of International Women's Day, highlighting its roots in early 20th-century social movements and labor rights struggles.

Mar 8 • 16:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Who is Chayla Félix, journalist announced as the new Secretary of Women in Palmas

Chayla Félix is appointed as the new Secretary of Women in Palmas during a ceremony for International Women's Day.

Mar 8 • 16:24 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

In pictures: International Women's Day rallies around the world

International Women's Day saw global rallies advocating for women's rights and denouncing gender-based discrimination and violence, alongside protests against the Middle Eastern conflicts.

Mar 8 • 15:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Katharina Greve: At the Bar

The article discusses women’s rights and gender equality, coinciding with the global action day on March 8.

Mar 8 • 15:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Police: Up to 15,000 people participated in the International Women's Day march

An estimated 15,000 people participated in the International Women's Day march in Helsinki, according to police estimates.

Mar 8 • 13:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Dazzling music, stylish entry... Australian female diplomats' video goes viral

A video showcasing the important roles of female diplomats from Australia in India has gone viral on the occasion of International Women's Day.

Mar 8 • 12:55 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Google commemorates International Women's Day with an interactive doodle

Google has launched a new animated doodle in celebration of International Women's Day, observed annually on March 8.

Mar 8 • 12:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

There are increasingly more women in Ecuador's state functions

In recent years, Ecuador's Executive, Legislative, Judicial, Electoral, and Transparency and Social Control functions have seen an increase in the number of women in high-level positions, a significant achievement noted on International Women's Day.

Mar 8 • 12:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

8M in Spain: Women's Day protests, in images

The feminist movement in Spain is mobilizing for Women's Day with marches in various cities to advocate for equality and denounce gender-based violence.

Mar 8 • 12:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

EDITORIAL ⟩ Is International Women's Day Enough?

The editorial discusses the inadequate status of women in society, questioning whether the recognition given on International Women's Day leads to genuine equality or merely serves as a brief indulgence for men.

Mar 8 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Women are tired of giving so here's why International Women’s Day is a farce'

The article critiques International Women’s Day as overly tokenistic and ineffective in addressing the real struggles women face globally.

Mar 8 • 12:00 UTC

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