For International Women's Day on Wednesday, The Local takes a look at how Germany stacks up when it comes to women's rights. Germany may have a female Chancellor, but there are also some areas where the country could step up its game in the name of women’s rights. Women in Germany are more likely to work in low-paid sectors, or only part time. When adjusted for comparable qualifications and positions, women in Germany made 7 percent less per hour than men in 2010. When taking into account German women’s representation in other high-ranking positions - like company managers - Germany fell to 75th place worldwide with only 29 percent of women at such levels professionally.

Source: The Local March 08, 2017 12:56 UTC