Fifty women from the African diaspora protested in Brussels on Saturday, October 10, 2026, demanding an end to female genital mutilation (FGM) for women and young African girls. This demonstration, as reported by Bruzz, took place in the Belgian capital to draw attention to the harmful practice that still occurs globally and sometimes in Belgium.
Protest against FGM in the capital
The gathering brought together women who aimed to convey a powerful message. They called for an immediate cessation of female genital mutilation. The group, identifying as part of the African diaspora, underscored the urgency of the issue through their presence in the heart of Brussels.
Bruzz reported on the direct demand from the protesters:
“Fifty women from the African diaspora demand an end to the genital mutilation of women and young African girls.”
This statement encapsulates the core of their plea and focuses on the prevention of this practice. Through this protest in Brussels, the women expressed the need for concrete action against FGM. It is not known whether specific demands were made to Belgian authorities or international organizations, but the primary goal is to stop the practice.
