The link between violence against women and children matters. Here's why: Violence against children hinders them from reaching their full potential. shutterstockNearly half of women across South Africa are subjected to violence by an intimate partner. This in turn negatively affects about one in four children. A child who is exposed to violence in the home also risks being … [Read more...] about The link between violence against women and children matters. Here’s why | The Conversation
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Domestic violence and social status: a Kenyan case study | The Conversation
Domestic violence and social status: a Kenyan case study: Over 47% of women in Kenya have experienced physical or sexual violence by their partner Chaiyapong/ShutterstockThe rate of domestic violence in sub-Saharan Africa is among the highest in the world. Over 47% of women in Kenya have experienced physical or sexual violence. This is higher than pooled estimates from 81 … [Read more...] about Domestic violence and social status: a Kenyan case study | The Conversation
Survivors of sexual violence in South Africa are finally finding their voices | The Conversation
Survivors of sexual violence in South Africa are finally finding their voices: Cheryl Zondi bucked the trend of rape accusers staying anonymous in South Africa. African News Agency (ANA)The story of Cheryl Zondi, the brave young woman who took the stand in a South African court to testify against Nigerian pastor and rape accused Timothy Omotoso has recently dominated news … [Read more...] about Survivors of sexual violence in South Africa are finally finding their voices | The Conversation
What drives police violence in Ghana, and what can be done about it | The Conversation
What drives police violence in Ghana, and what can be done about it: Police in Ghana have a reputation for intimidation, violence and corruption. UNMISS/FlickrStudent protests in Ghana resulted in the temporary closure of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. The cause: police use of force in the arrest of students following a vigil to protest the possibility … [Read more...] about What drives police violence in Ghana, and what can be done about it | The Conversation
Gender-based violence expert slams Omotoso defence over questioning
Gender-based violence expert slams Omotoso defence over questioning: A gender-based violence expert has criticised some of the questions put to Cheryl Zondi, who has accused Pastor Timothy Omotoso of raping her. ...... Source: WN.com - Southafrica News AfriForum lines up more meetings Down Under to discuss farm attacks, land reform: Its members are visiting Australia to … [Read more...] about Gender-based violence expert slams Omotoso defence over questioning
