Posts tagged Rape

Some African politicians are far from the epitome of morality and can be downright crass in their sexual behaviour. South Africa’s Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa is feeling the heat after emails were leaked which allege extramarital affairs with several women. Let’s look at some of the more glaring public showcases of this on the continent.

Conflicts are breeding ground for many atrocities, which often have long lasting effects on people’s physical, social and economic lives. Chief among these atrocities is sexual violence suffered majorly be women and girls. As we commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual violence in conflict, let us think about how can prevent this injustice in our communities.

Many Nigerians have only a vague idea of what sexual consent and sexual abuse are. This, says Lucia Eguono, as well as the widespread culture of silence and shame, is contributing to the rising incidence of rape in the country.

The alarming trend of men taking off condoms during sex to enhance their pleasure without the knowledge of their partners is reportedly on the rise.

A Facebook post by a Ugandan student, Joaninne Nanyange, which chronicles how she was stopped from entering the Law Development Centre by two women because she was inappropriately dressed [knee length skirt] has stirred a debate on the platform. The post has divided opinion over what constitutes “appropriate dressing”, and several questions have been raised on Facebook. Questions such as how should a “proper” dress code be defined and measured, Who (should) define the decency and appropriateness of how women dress (formally and informally)? What informs institutional rules of professional attire?

In August 2016, at a speech by Jacob Zuma, four women staged a powerful and moving silent protest, exhorting us all to remember the woman he had been accused of raping. That woman died only two months after the #RememberKhwezi protest. Simamkele Dlakavu, one of the four protestors, pays tribute to a voice that will never be silenced.

Albinism is one of the least understood conditions around the world. People with albinism face a number of problems, discrimination and violence because of the lack of understanding of albinism. We look at 7 common myths surrounding albinism, and challenge these misconceptions.

Students at Rhodes University in South Africa are protesting against the pervasive rape culture at the college. There have been numerous messages of solidarity posted on social media after publication of the #RUReferenceList which names the alleged rapists at Rhodes University.

“Powerful. Revolutionary. Brave. Necessary. All I have are adjectives to describe this
—> #RUReferenceList !!!” @tembisa

UN peacekeepers serving in the Kemo region, Central African Republic are being accused of rape and the sexual exploitation of girls, with a case reported of girls being forced to have sex with a dog by a French officer. Rights groups have previously called for troops to be “vetted” prior to serving in UN missions to prevent rights abusers from serving as peacekeepers.

Having sex with your child your own child will not make you wealthy and powerful, police in Malawi have warned after a surge in sexual offences fueled by superstitious beliefs. Around 1 300 men were arrested last year for defilement and incestual rape crimes, and the situation has reached “scary” levels. We at other dangerous yet prevalent practices.