It’s been called the “shadow pandemic” of the COVID-19 crisis — violence against women and girls. According to a recent survey of African women, it’s on the rise.
73% reported a hike in intimate partner violence
51% mentioned sexual violence
32% indicated a surge in early and forced marriage
But while the pandemic has exacerbated the problem of violence in countries like Kenya, it can’t overshadow the power of people coming together to support one another…
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