New police data shows steep rise in crimes against minors

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Crimes against children that saw the most significant rise were rape (1,864 cases) and sodomy (902 cases). PHOTO | FILE

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania is grappling with a disturbing rise in crimes against children, despite efforts from the police force on public safety.

From January to December 2023, a total of 15,301 victims of child gender-based violence and abuse were reported, compared to 12,163 victims in the same period in 2022.