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Understanding nature, barriers, and facilitators in addressing sexual and
gender-based violence (SGBV) in conflict zones of Africa: A scoping review
#MMPMID41131508
Woldearegay HG
; Gebretnsae H
; Mackey A
; Bigalky J
; Petrucka P
BMC Public Health
2025[Oct]; 25
(1
): 3583
PMID41131508
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BACKGROUND: Sexual and Gender Based Violence is a pervasive human rights
violation that disproportionately affects vulnerable populations in
conflict-affected settings. In Africa, regions such as the Demographic Republic
of Congo, South Sudan, and Ethiopia's Tigray have seen the systematic use of SGBV
as a weapon of war, with devastating physical, psychological, and socio-economic
consequences. Despite increased attention to this issue, significant barriers
persist in addressing SGBV effectively. OBJECTIVE: This scoping review aims to
map the nature, barriers, and facilitators in preventing and responding to sexual
and gender based violence in African conflict zones. The review focuses
particularly on contexts with ongoing or recent conflict, including Tigray, to
inform interventions and identify knowledge gaps. METHODS: Following the
PRISMA-ScR guidelines, guided by the methodological framework of Arksey and
O'malley (2005), a comprehensive literature search was conducted across multiple
datasets including PubMed, CINAHL, Africa Journal Online, and Google Scholar.
Both peer-reviewed and gray literatures from 2000 to 2024 were included focusing
on African conflict-affected regions. Eligible studies were selected through a
three - stage screening process and data were extracted and synthesized
thematically. RESULTS: A total of 39 studies were included. The review identified
diverse forms of Sexual and Gender Based Violence ranging from sexual slavery,
rape, and torture to intimate partner violence and child marriage. Key barriers
to effective response included deep-rooted socio-cultural stigma, weak legal
systems, health system collapse, insecurity, limited awareness, and
understanding. Facilitators included community engagement, survivor-centered and
trauma informed care models, multi-sectorial coordination, legal reforms, and
technological innovations such as mobile health services and digital reporting
platforms. CONCLUSION: Addressing Sexual and Gender Based Violence in
conflict-affected African setting requires a holistic, survivor-centered, and
multi-sectorial approach. Political commitment, investment in justice and health
systems, and the integration of gender-sensitive strategies into peace building
efforts are essential. The review underscores the urgency for coordinated,
evidence-based interventions to support survivors, prevent future violence, and
contribute to sustainable peace and gender equality. Future research should
rigorously evaluate these interventions' impact and scalability to inform policy
and programs in African conflict settings.
|*Armed Conflicts
[MESH]
|*Gender-Based Violence/prevention & control/statistics & numerical data
[MESH]
|*Sex Offenses/prevention & control/statistics & numerical data
[MESH]