When the COVID-19 pandemic hit Kenya, cases of gender-based violence exploded. But a combination of fear, stigma and a lack of trust in the police mean the majority of cases are never reported. It has been described as Kenya’s ‘hidden epidemic’.
Africa Eye reporter Tom Odula investigates the deep-seated roots behind the violence, discovers the trauma behind the shocking statistics, and explores the police and government inaction that leaves survivors with little hope of justice.
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Credits:
Producer and Reporter – Tom Odula
Executive Producer – Emma Whitlock, Peter Murimi
Producer and Director – Elijah Kanyi, Dickon Le Marchant
Film Editor – John Moratiel
Online Editor – Chris Stott
Dubbing Mixer – Jez Spencer
Colourist – Boyd Nagle
Impact Producer – Courtney Bembridge
Digital Producer – Tamasin Ford
Social Media Producer – Anusha Kumar
Reversioning Producer – Anna Payton
Production Coordinator – Izzy Fleming
Production Manager – Simon Frost
Africa Eye Editor – Tom Watson
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