A CALL TO ACTION TO END CHILD ABUSE, EXPLOITATION, AND TRAFFICKING IN AFRICA
Sr No:
Page No:
25-35
Language:
English
Authors:
Dr. John Motsamai Modise*
Received:
2025-02-18
Accepted:
2025-02-28
Published Date:
2025-03-03
Abstract:
Investigating the prevalence, causes, effects, and efficacy of child protection
initiatives in Africa is the aim and objective of this study. Main Subjects: Child exploitation,
trafficking, the prevalence and dispersion of these crimes. risk factors and underlying causes,
Consequences both immediate and long-term; efficacy of initiatives for prevention and
intervention; and suggestions for decision-makers, professionals, and communities. Key
Arguments: Child trafficking, exploitation, and abuse are still common throughout Africa, albeit
to differing degrees depending on the location. The main contributing factors include poverty,
war, cultural norms, and lack of access to healthcare and education. The physical, mental, and
social wellbeing of children is severely harmed by these problems. The efficacy of current
preventative and intervention methods varies, and further study is required to determine optimal
procedures. Strengthening legislative frameworks, funding preventative initiatives, encouraging
kid-friendly settings, increasing awareness, and aiding for survivors are among the
recommendations. Methodology/approach: Review of the literature on child protection in Africa
that has been done. examination of information from national governments, UNICEF, the ILO,
and other pertinent sources. case studies of particular initiatives for kid safety. Significance:
Future research, lobbying, policy creation, and service provision can all benefit from the study's
conclusions. The report emphasizes how urgently more funding for child protection initiatives in
Africa is needed. Audience: Civil society groups, researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and
the general public.
Keywords:
Child abuse, Child exploitation, Child trafficking, Child protection, Africa, Children's rights, Child labour, Sexual exploitation, Physical abuse, Emotional abuse, Child marriage, Female genital mutilation, Poverty, Conflict, Cultural norms, Lack of access to education, Lack of access to healthcare, Physical and mental health impacts, Educational outcomes, Social impacts, Prevention programs, Law enforcement, Social services, Community-based interventions, International cooperation.