END GBV

END GBV: With an urgent appeal to politicians, society and every Namibian, a comprehensive national campaign to combat gender-based violence (GBV) was launched this month. Under the motto 'End GBV Namibia', the campaign seeks to raise nationwide awareness and implement concrete measures to sustainably combat violence against women and children.

According to statistics, almost one in three women between the ages of 15 and 49 have experienced physical violence from a partner. Last year, more than 4 400 cases of GBV were reported to the police, including over 1 300 cases of physical abuse. The campaign launch was accompanied by a symbolic solidarity rally, which took the form of a march down Independence Avenue in Windhoek.

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