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Sierra Leone's president declares rape a 'national emergency'

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Sierra Leone's president declares rape a 'national emergency'

submitted almost 7 years ago by anane

Sierra Leone's president declares rape a 'national emergency'
  • Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio has declared rape and sexual violence a national emergency, with a focus on cases involving minors.
  • Those found guilty of raping minors could face life imprisonment, and public hospitals are directed to provide free medical services for victims of sexual assault.
  • President Bio aims to work with civil societies and partners to improve laws against rape and gender violence, as reported cases of sexual-based violence have been increasing in Sierra Leone.
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