The silent drama of fatalities in the Arab world caused by obesity, car accidents and depression must be addressed.


Amina Semlali is a human development specialist and works on labour market and social protection issues for the World Bank's Middle East and North Africa Region.
The silent drama of fatalities in the Arab world caused by obesity, car accidents and depression must be addressed.

Yemeni women are fighting for a new constitution that stops discrimination and gives rights and equal opportunities.

“Edutainment soap operas” have often helped bring about critical behavioural changes around the world, writes Semlali.
