Kenya’s hidden epidemic: Why gender-based violence remains unchecked

A few days ago, Grace* argued very strongly with a man. They even came to her hands and she felt so afraid that she ran away. The guy, an Italian elder, was forcing her to have anal sex: he wanted to pay her 2,000 shillings (about 14 euros) for doing it in front and behind. “No, no. I’m poor, but you can’t treat me like this,” says Grace who let him go. She had to resort to prostitution at the age of 28, when her husband abandoned her and her tw…

Kenya’s hidden epidemic: Why gender-based violence remains unchecked

A chilling 4AM call unveils Kenya’s hidden GBV crisis. Dive into Amani’s story and the alarming stats behind gender-based violence in the country.