Increased cases of sexual child abuse worry Catholic Church
By NATION REPORTER
THE Catholic Church in Zambia has condemned the rising cases of child sexual defilement, terming it a profound tragedy and a violation of human dignity.
Archdiocese of Lusaka Health Manager, Gilbert Mwiinga says that despite Zambia being declared a Christian nation 33 years ago, the church was attributing the increase in defilement cases to a failure to uphold Christian values, particularly in protecting vulnerable children.
“The Church has launched education programmes in schools and communities, emphasising sexual morality, human dignity, and children’s rights,” Mr Mwiinga said.
He said the Catholic Church was also offering counselling services and pastoral care to victims of sexual abuse and CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
