KOKOYA, Bong County – A woman believed to be in her 30s has been accused of pouring boiling water on the genitals of her 11-year-old stepdaughter in Kokoya, Bong County. In the footage, the victim is seen sitting next to her stepmother—the alleged perpetrator—as both were questioned about the incident. Eyewitness AccountsAccording to local witnesses, the stepmother claimed the child was punished for “misbehaving.” In response, the woman reportedly boiled water and poured it between the child’s legs, resulting in life-altering injuries. 71% of children experience physical punishment, 80% suffer from psychological aggression and 28% of children aged 5–17 is engaged in child labor. The Kokoya incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of children and the urgent need for law enforcement to hold perpetrators of domestic abuse accountable.

Source: Front Page Africa March 25, 2026 06:03 UTC