All articles tagged with #gender based violence
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum filed a complaint after being groped and attempted to kiss her in public, highlighting ongoing issues of violence against women in Mexico. The incident, captured on video, has sparked discussions on women's safety, legal reforms, and media ethics, while Sheinbaum maintains her approach of staying accessible to the public despite security concerns.
After 20 years, the woman known as 'the woman in pink' in a Spanish cold case has been identified as Liudmila Zavada through international cooperation and DNA analysis, providing new hope for her family and advancing efforts to solve similar cases involving missing women affected by gender-based violence.
Kenyan police have arrested Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, a suspected serial killer who confessed to murdering 42 women, including his wife, and disposing of their dismembered bodies in a Nairobi dump. The arrest occurred as he watched the Euro 2024 football final. The discovery of nine mutilated bodies has horrified the nation and put a spotlight on police conduct, with investigations ongoing into potential police involvement or negligence. Khalusha is set to appear in court, and a second suspect has also been detained.
A suspected serial killer in Kenya, Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, has confessed to murdering 42 women over the past two years, with only nine bodies recovered so far. His arrest has sparked calls for increased measures to combat gender-based violence in the country. Authorities discovered crucial evidence in his home, and his first victim was reportedly his wife. The case has raised concerns about how he evaded detection for so long, despite living near the crime scene and a police station. Female leaders are urging enhanced protections for women and the re-establishment of gender desks at police stations.
London Police Service held a news conference to provide an update on an alleged sexual assault involving members of the 2018 Canadian world junior hockey team, prompting discussions on societal factors contributing to sexual violence. While NHL commissioner Gary Bettman insists hockey isn't plagued by systemic issues, experts argue that the sport has long been enveloped with barriers enabling players to act with little regard for consequences. Critics believe there's a missed opportunity to address the culture of harm within the sport and advocate for accountability and change in the way hockey socializes young men.
Thousands of people in Kenya marched against femicide, decrying the recent murders of more than a dozen women and calling for an end to sexual and gender-based violence. The protests, the largest ever held against such violence in the country, saw participants holding signs with slogans and demanding justice for the victims. Human rights organizations highlighted the underreporting of cases and urged authorities to vigorously investigate and prosecute perpetrators. The protests come in the wake of a rising number of femicide cases, with significant portions of victims being killed by men they knew and trusted.
Thousands of people in Kenya marched in cities and towns to protest against the increasing violence against women, following the recent slayings of more than a dozen women. The anti-femicide demonstration, the largest of its kind in the country, saw protesters wearing T-shirts printed with the names of women who were homicide victims this month and shouting "Stop killing us!" The crowd, predominantly women, brought traffic to a standstill in Nairobi and expressed anger towards the government's response to the issue. The protest comes amid reports of at least 14 women being killed since the start of the year, with many more cases going unreported, highlighting the urgent need for action to address gender-based violence in Kenya.
Thousands of people in Kenya protested against femicide, demanding an end to violence against women and girls following a rise in gender-based killings. At least 10 femicide cases have been reported since the beginning of the year, with 75 recorded in 2023. The recent high-profile murders of Rita Waeni and Scarlet Wahu Mwangi have sparked outrage, leading to calls for justice and accountability. Protesters are urging the government to take action to ensure the safety of women and girls, as the issue of femicide continues to be a systemic problem in the country.
Hundreds of people are protesting in major Kenyan cities against the increasing cases of femicide and violence against women, following a 2022 survey revealing that at least one in three Kenyan women have experienced physical violence. The protesters are demanding that men take responsibility for their actions and that the government declare femicide a national emergency, as more than 500 cases of femicide were recorded in Kenya between 2016 and 2023. Despite robust laws against gender-based violence, most perpetrators go unpunished, and prosecutions often drag on for years in court.
The recent murders of Kenyan women, including a student and a social media influencer, have brought attention to the alarming rates of gender-based violence in the country. Activists are demanding more government action to protect women, as femicide cases continue to rise. Despite existing laws and treaties addressing gender-based violence, activists criticize the government for its ineffective policies and call for femicide to be recognized as a distinct crime with heavier sentences for perpetrators. Women in Kenya are mobilizing for demonstrations to demand an end to femicide and better protection for vulnerable individuals.
Evidence suggests that Hamas systematically used rape and sexual violence as a weapon of war in the 7 October attacks, with at least six sexual assaults and numerous cases of rape and abuse documented. The chaos and overwhelming number of victims led to significant failings in preserving evidence, and the full extent of the gender-based violence may never be known. Israeli authorities are investigating and intend to open criminal proceedings, while individual victims may file complaints at the international criminal court. Hamas denies the accusations, but mounting evidence points to possible crimes against humanity.
Oscar Pistorius, the South African former Paralympic athlete known as "Blade Runner," was released on parole after serving nearly 11 years for the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013. Despite the Steenkamp family's grief, they acknowledged the parole conditions, which include anger management and gender-based violence therapy, as a positive step by the justice system. Pistorius' release has sparked mixed reactions regarding the leniency of his sentence and the message it sends about accountability for gender-based violence in South Africa.
A United Nations report reveals that the Taliban in Afghanistan have been imprisoning women without criminal charges, claiming it is for their protection from gender-based violence. The report highlights the arbitrary deprivation of liberty and negative impact on the mental and physical health of these women. Since taking control, the Taliban have severely restricted the rights of women and girls, including limited access to education and employment opportunities. Safe houses for vulnerable women and children have been shut down, and the Taliban's directives lack a foundation in Sharia Law.
A U.N. report reveals that Taliban officials in Afghanistan are sending women to prison under the pretext of protecting them from gender-based violence. Prior to the Taliban's takeover, there were 23 state-sponsored women protection centers in the country, but now there are none. The Taliban considers these shelters as Western concepts and instead sends women to prison if they lack male relatives or if their male relatives are deemed unsafe. Women and girls have faced increasing restrictions since the Taliban's rise to power, including limited access to education, public spaces, and employment. The closure of beauty salons and the exclusion of women from the judiciary and law enforcement further exacerbate the dire situation for women's rights in Afghanistan.
A UN report reveals that Taliban officials in Afghanistan are sending women to prison under the guise of protecting them from gender-based violence. Prior to the Taliban's takeover, there were 23 state-sponsored women protection centers in the country, but now there are none. Women are sent to prison if they have no safe male relatives to stay with, and authorities have asked male relatives to provide commitments that they will not harm their female relatives. Women and girls have faced increasing restrictions since the Taliban's takeover, including being barred from education beyond sixth grade, public spaces, and most jobs. The closure of beauty salons and the exclusion of women from the judiciary and law enforcement further exacerbate the dire situation for women's rights in Afghanistan.