Violence against women

More than a thousand people marched in Berlin and Hamburg under the motto 'Men against Violence' to protest domestic violence, femicides and sexual harassment. Organizers aimed to show solidarity with women and give Father's Day a different meaning.

May 10, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Nidy Johana Londoño, 30, originally from Acevedo in Huila, was stabbed to death in her home in Ciudad Bolívar, Bogotá, following a jealousy-fueled argument with her partner.

First Lady Rosângela da Silva, known as Janja, stated in an interview on TV Brasil that she suffered sexual harassment twice since taking office, even with a security team. She highlighted the lack of safety for women in general and advocated combining education and strict laws to address the issue. Janja also mentioned influencing President Lula on topics like feminicide.

February 26, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

The Bundestag will debate a new violence protection law for the first time on Friday, which can require violent offenders in high-risk cases to wear an electronic ankle bracelet. CSU politician Susanne Hierl welcomes the draft but calls for additional measures such as mandatory social training courses and consequences for custody rights in cases of violence against mothers.

Presenter Adriana Araújo of Jornal da Band grew emotional live on Monday (December 1) while reporting on violence against women in São Paulo and alarming femicide statistics in Brazil. She made a strong appeal for action from authorities, highlighting that the country faces a daily 'slaughter'. Her speech went viral on social media.

November 17, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Aftonbladet's investigation reveals that at least 38 percent of men who killed a partner between 2000 and 2024 were under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the crime. The case of convicted murderer Magnus illustrates the strong link between substance abuse and violence against women. Experts emphasize the need for better rehabilitation to reduce recidivism risks.