gender-based violence

Linda Gxasheka's testimony at the Madlanga Commission reveals the perilous position of officials who challenge suspected malfeasance, while separate investigations expose vulnerabilities in immigration oversight and renewed calls to address gender-based violence.

Health experts trace the contested historical origins of female genital mutilation across Africa, as understanding the practice's roots becomes critical to dismantling traditions that affect millions of girls annually.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police arrested a suspect following a viral video showing assault of a woman in Mashonaland East, while separately transferring junior officers who criticized proposed legislative reforms during parliamentary proceedings.

Kenyan law enforcement introduces specialized curriculum to address digital harassment, marking a significant shift in how authorities respond to gender-based violence in online spaces.

A Kenyan WFP worker was killed in an armed attack on a UN compound in South Sudan, while Nigerian authorities opened a new sexual assault referral centre, underscoring persistent security and health challenges across the continent.

Authorities across Africa are responding to multiple high-profile sexual assault allegations, from viral social media testimonies to formal rape trials involving religious leaders, raising questions about institutional responses to gender-based violence.

From Lagos to Harare, sexual assault cases are testing institutional responses across Africa, with authorities scrambling to address viral allegations while high-profile trials expose tensions within religious communities.