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Uganda still has long way to go in GBV fight

According to Uganda’s 2022 Uganda Demographic and Health Survey, approximately 56% of Ugandan women have experienced some form of physical violence since the age of 15, while nearly 22% have faced sexual violence.

Stakeholders with gender-based violence (GBV) survivors after a visit to SAUTI 116 in Kireka. (Credit: John Musenze)
By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision


KAMPALA - Uganda has made significant strides in combating gender-based violence (GBV) but the statistics remain alarming.

According to Uganda’s 2022 Uganda Demographic and Health Survey, approximately

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