Rape cases are said to be the most common form of gender-based violence, with nearly 1000 cases being reported annually.

This was revealed by Erongo Governor Neville Andre in his speech read by Derous Benson, Walvis Bay Urban Constituency Councilor, during the "her voice speak up campaign against sexual and gender-based violence."

Rape, a form of sexual violence, has been linked to an increase in mental health issues, HIV/AIDS infections, unsafe abortions, and alcohol and drug abuse.