Experts urge tougher action to end FGM, related illicit trade
Tanzania Women Lawyers Association executive director Tike Mwambipile speaks during a past event. She has descried as “shocking and criminal” the trade in body parts derived from female genital mutilation. PHOTO | FILE
Mara. Human rights activists and gender stakeholders have urged the government to adopt a well-resourced, solution-driven strategy to eradicate female genital mutilation (FGM) and dismantle clandestine networks involved in the illegal trade of genital parts derived from the practice.
They argue that stronger enforcement of existing laws, increased funding and in-depth research are crucial to breaking the cycle of abuse that continues to harm girls across the country.
