CONFLICTS IN AFRICA: THE EXPERIENCE OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN
ABSTRACT In contemporary times, Africa has been witnessing variegated armed conflicts. The civilian population continues to bear the brunt of flagrant human rights violations occurring under the guise of the breakdown of law and order. All sorts of heinous crimes against humanity tend to become the permissible norm among armed groups. Gender-based violence among other human right abuses become prevalent; women and children are often the worst hit. This work analyses the experiences of women a...