Africa: Love, Tech and Online Abuse of Women in the Time of Coronavirus

As COVID-19 pushes more people online, digital abuse against women is likely to intensify now that the internet is a lifeline for many

When Priya's boyfriend posted a nude photo of her online, he told her it would give her a confidence boost by making her an object of desire for other men.

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