Kenya
Kenya's Demographic and Health Survey is one of the most recent on the continent and gives an unusually clear read on both prevalence and help-seeking.
About 34%
of women aged 15 to 49 report physical violence since the age of 15
Kenya Demographic and Health Survey 2022About 41%
of ever-partnered women report physical, sexual or emotional violence by a current or former partner
Kenya Demographic and Health Survey 2022Reporting in Kenya
How reporting actually works here
The Protection Against Domestic Violence Act provides for protection orders through the magistrates' courts. Post-rape care and a completed P3 form are free at public health facilities.
Helplines
National GBV helpline (Healthcare Assistance Kenya)
1195Free, 24 hours, national referral to police, shelter and medical care.
Childline Kenya
116Free, 24 hours.
Helpline numbers change. Verify a number locally before you rely on it, and if a line does not answer, go to the nearest police gender desk, hospital or recognised women's organisation.