Concluding Observations of the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women: United Republic of Tanzania

Commenting on the country report submitted by Tanzania for its 41st Session, the Committee focuses on three particular areas of concern the high prevalence of violence against women and girls coupled with a widespread attitude of impunity for perpetrators, the continued prevalence of female genital mutilation (FGM) and the persistence of trafficking and sexual exploitation of women and girls. The Committees recommendations centre on awareness and legal measures to combat violence against women generally, as well as female genital mutilation and trafficking in particular.