Alcohol and drug abuse are some of the key factors leading to gender-based violence (GBV), hence the need for more awareness campaigns and advocacy to root out social ills.

This sentiment was shared at an event on the 16 days of activism at Leonardville in Omaheke's Aminuis constituency.

In a significant event marking the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare in the Zambezi Region held a commemoration at Chetto, Kongola constituency, on Wednesday.