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21st Century slavery: 'Sex-for-fish' and the need for its urgent eradication

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The fisheries sector continues to play a pivotal role in providing livelihoods for millions of people across the African continent. Fishing is predominantly controlled by men, while women tend to handle post-catch activities, mainly processing and trading. Despite the crucial role played by women, an age-old practice of 'sex-for-fish' forces these women into sexual exploitation.

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