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Why women tolerate domestic abuse in Kenya

Factors influencing women's tolerance of domestic abuse (Photo: iStock)

Domestic abuse remains a pervasive problem globally, with women being disproportionately affected.

According to a recent report by the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) 2022, 43% of women aged 15 to 49 believe that a husband is justified to beat his wife.

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