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If your wife or girlfriend became pregnant, would you hope for a boy rather than a girl? A son can can be a source of great pride for fathers in eastern Uganda. A couple with only daughters often feels pressure have a boy too. The are instances where men stray from their partners to have sons.

Most of the youth-led protests across Africa have ended in violence. In Nigeria, young people are still reeling from the violence suffered during the 2020 #EndSars protests. In this edition of the #77Percent, a security analyst provides tips on how to protest safely. Take a listen to find out more.

In this special edition of the 77 Percent show, South African host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba interviews GBV survivor and activist Lona Bawuti on why violence against women is sometimes hard to spot, and what allies can do to help.

Underrepresented, underfunded and led by foreign sets of standards and ideas — that's how international media often portrays Africa. Could social media give Africa the voice denied by international media? Listen to this week’s edition of The 77 Percent to find out.

African nations are making enormous progress in protecting the rights of woment o access the essential reproductive healthcare. This is according to the Center for Reproductive Health who have hailed the recent decision by Sierra Leone’s government to back a bill that will legalize abortion. At the same time, Nigeria's commercial capital, Lagos, is also considering legalizing abortion.

If there is delayed childbirth or childlessness in a marriage, the blame usually falls on the woman. But the reality is that male infertility also plays a significant factor in childlessness. On the 77 percent this week, we talk about the myths, traditions, and stigma around the issue. Plus we look at some of causes and treatments for male infertility. Take a listen!

As COVID-19 decimates African economies, more people say they are turning to drugs as an escape. Drug use across sub-Saharan Africa will increase by 40% over the next 8 years, according to UN predictions. Listen to this week’s show to find out how a rehab center in Ghana is helping addicts get their lives back.

In Northern Cyprus, a booming industry in higher education has lured many African students with the chance to work in Europe. Unfortunately, many of these students end up saddled with debt and left vulnerable to loan sharks and human traffickers. Listen to this week’s show to find out more.

Three of the world’s biggest diamonds have been found in Africa. Across the continent, precious stones are mined daily but this has not translated into wealth. On this edition of the 77 percent, a natural resource expert says building local capacity as well as good deals will ensure that natural resources lift Africans out of poverty. Listen to learn more!

Kenya's star band Sauti Sol threatened to sue former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's presidential campaign for alleged copyright infringement. The matter is still being resolved but questions about music licensing laws in Africa remain. When can we say there is a breach or infringement of copyright?