KAMPALA, Uganda — A recent report has shed light on the widespread abuse and marginalization of sex workers in Uganda, highlighting the need for urgent action to protect their human rights.
The report, which was compiled by the Human Rights Awareness and Promotion Forum (HRAPF), documents numerous cases of violence, extortion, and arbitrary arrest faced by sex workers in Uganda.
According to the report, the criminalization of sex work in Uganda has created a regulatory environment that perpetuates abuse and marginalization. The report notes that sex workers are often subjected to physical and sexual violence, and are frequently arrested and detained without charge.
The report also highlights the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sex workers in Uganda, noting that restrictions on movement and public gatherings have led to increased violence and marginalization.
HRAPF is calling on the Ugandan government to take immediate action to protect the human rights of sex workers, including decriminalizing sex work and providing access to justice and healthcare services.
“The report’s findings are a stark reminder of the need for urgent action to protect the human rights of sex workers in Uganda,” said a spokesperson for HRAPF. “We urge the government to take immediate action to address the widespread abuse and marginalization faced by sex workers.”
