Domestic violence in Uganda

Domestic violence in Uganda is a problem as it is in many parts of Africa. ^{[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]}

There is a deep cultural belief in Uganda that it is socially acceptable to hit a woman to discipline her. ^{[8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13]}

Wife beating costs the Ugandan economy billions of shillings per year. ^{[14] [15] [16] [17]}

See also

• Women in Uganda

References

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