UN Report Reveals 85,000 Women Killed Globally in 2023, Majority by Partners or Family

A new study highlights the alarming prevalence of feminicide, with 140 women killed daily and systemic inaction perpetuating the crisis.

The UN report finds that 60% of the 85,000 women intentionally killed in 2023 were victims of their partners or family members.
On average, 140 women are killed each day by someone close to them, equating to one victim every 10 minutes worldwide.
The report underscores that the home remains the most dangerous place for women, with no region immune to this form of violence.
Africa records the highest feminicide rate with 2.9 victims per 100,000 people, followed by the Americas and Oceania.
The UN calls for stronger legal frameworks, noting some countries have introduced feminicide-specific laws, but global action remains insufficient.