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Sextortion: That's the threat for women who are simply trying to buy clean water

NPRSaturday, July 25, 2026 at 11:59 AM

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Sextortion: That's the threat for women who are simply trying to buy clean water
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Water is often a scarce commodity in Nairobi's largest slum. The only source may be a local cartel — and with that comes the risk of sexual threats and attacks.

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What happened

Water is often a scarce commodity in Nairobi's largest slum. The only source may be a local cartel — and with that comes the risk of sexual threats and attacks.

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  1. NPR published: Sextortion: That's the threat for women who are simply trying to buy clean water

  2. Story is in today’s RedScroll edition. Follow the original source for updates.

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