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Beitbridge Senator Cde Tambudzani Mohadi has urged communities to partner the police in fighting sexual violence.
She made the call at the launch of the Beitbridge District anti-sexual violence campaign at Lutumba recently.
“The hideous crime of sexual violence is affecting us as Zimbabweans”, she said.
“However, in the spirit of oneness and eagerness to fight crimes in all circles, it is important that we join hands with the police in reducing this scourge.”
Sen Mohadi said there was need to revive the community’s social morals and change the way people viewed women and girls.
“It is disappointing to mention that our homes have turned into crime scenes, our relatives have turned to be monsters, while our neighbours have turned to be strangers”, she said.
“Similarly, some teachers have turned to be dreaded and some pastors are now devilish.
“The girl child has nowhere to hide, seek protection or find solace.”
Sen Mohadi said the justice system should ensure that perpetrators of sexual violence were dealt with accordingly.
At least 43 cases of sexual abuse were recorded in Beitbridge between January and July, higher than the 37 during the same period last year.
Speaking at the same occasion, Beitbridge West constituency legislator Mrs Metrine Mudau called on the community to complement police efforts in fighting cases of sexual violence through reporting such incidents.
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