Government concerned about rise in FGM cases
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is internationally recognized as a harmful practice, and violation of the rights of women and girls to physical integrity and freedom from injury and coercion. Recent estimates suggest that at least 200 million girls and women have undergone FGM in more than 30 countries where the practice is concentrated. An estimated four million girls are considered to be at risk of experiencing female genital mutilation each year, which is predicted to rise to 4.6 million girls per year given the high population growth rates in countries where there is high prevalence. In 2017 representatives of different countries in Africa gathered in Mombasa Kenya to discuss and strengthen coordination and cooperation to eliminate FGM. This week, another meeting will be held in Kampala to address the same matter. State Minister for Gender and Culture Peace Mutuuzo talks this and more on #NTVTonight
