Focus on Africa Women in Kenya are facing increasing online abuse, says new report
Oct 31, 2025
Amanda Manyame, a digital rights adviser, sheds light on the growing threat of online abuse against women in Kenya, sharing chilling survivor stories and legal obstacles. Dr. Gideon Idogu reveals the health risks from microplastics and innovative recycling methods, calling for urgent action on plastic waste. Meanwhile, Cecile Kalebi delves into the vibrant history of the Kreol Festival in Seychelles, celebrating cultural heritage with a rich tapestry of traditions. This discussion underscores the intersection of technology, environmental issues, and culture.
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Online Harms Mirror Offline Gender Violence
- Digital technologies reproduce offline gendered harms like stalking, grooming and sex trafficking.
- Tech platforms and mobile money are being weaponised to recruit, groom and traumatise women in Kenya.
Tracing Perpetrators Is Technically Hard
- Identifying online perpetrators is legally and technically difficult due to IP anonymity and lagging laws.
- Tech companies may resist or be hard to access, limiting law enforcement's ability to trace abusers.
Don't Delete Evidence; Insist On Investigation
- Survivors should report incidents to police and platforms rather than deleting content.
- Law enforcement should investigate; victims should not be expected to supply all forensic evidence themselves.