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Why we should not keep quiet about cases of sexual violence

Sexual harassment

A reenactment of an unwanted sexual advances by two models along the streets of Nairobi streets. Women often endure unwanted sexual advances from men while out running their errands.

Photo credit: Francis Nderitu | Nation Media Group

Sexual harassment can be loosely defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favours and other verbal or physical conduct of sexual nature.

Cases of sexual assault have risen significantly in recent years. Both genders are victims of this crime but it is a more common experience for women.