This blog posts any and all news related to Female Genital Cutting (FGC). It tracks only content that discusses FGC as a main subject. The page is designed as a resource for researchers and those who want to keep up to date on this issue without slogging through google alerts or news pages. Original authors are responsible for their content. To suggest content please write to fgcblogger@gmail.com. FGC is also called female genital mutilation or FGM; FGM/C; or female circumcision.
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Saturday, July 25, 2009
Njuri Ncheke to help fight against female cut
June 25, 2009
By NATION Correspondent
The Njuri Ncheke Council of Elders has resolved to use its immense influence among the Ameru to fight against female circumcision.
The council has renewed its 1956 declaration that demonised the female cut and will impose a fine on any member of the community who either conducts or participates in the rite in any of the Meru districts.