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March 11, 2026
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France and Kenya join forces to tackle surge in online gender-based violence

France and Kenya join forces to tackle surge in online gender-based violence

As Kenya celebrates its progress in digital connectivity and innovation, a darker trend has emerged beneath the surface of its tech boom: a sharp rise in Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) affecting millions of women and girls across the country...

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France and Kenya are launching a significant regional project to combat the alarming rise in Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV), a growing concern within Kenya's digital landscape.

  • €5 million regional project to combat TFGBV across seven African countries, including Kenya.
  • Spearheaded by the Embassy of France in Kenya and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD).
  • The initiative aims to support feminist civil society organizations, provide holistic assistance to survivors, and advocate for stronger policies to create safer digital spaces for women and girls.

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