Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa

Article 22 Special Protection of Elderly Women The States Parties undertake to:

• Point a
  provide protection to elderly women and take specific measures commensurate with their physical, economic and social needs as well as their access to employment and professional training;


• Point b
  ensure the right of elderly women to freedom from violence, including sexual abuse, discrimination based on age and the right to be treated with dignity.