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.

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Stakeholders with gender-based violence (GBV) survivors after a visit to SAUTI 116 in Kireka. (Credit: John Musenze)

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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

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

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