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Let's confront gender violence for women to prosper in trade

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GBV inflicts profound physical, emotional, and financial wounds on women. [iStockphoto]

In the dynamic world of trade, where aspirations of growth and prosperity are painted on a vibrant canvas, there lurks an ominous spectre - Gender-Based Violence (GBV).

This silent adversary creeps into the fabric of trade, gnawing away at the potential of women entrepreneurs and obstructing the path to inclusivity. Recent dialogues, spearheaded by TradeMark Africa, following the culmination of 16 Days of Activism against GBV, echoed a resounding call to action.

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