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Africa CDC also honours various continental instruments promoting human dignity including the African Charter on Human and Peoples\u2019 Rights1, the African Union\u2019s Solemn Declaration on Gender Equality in Africa2, and the African Charter on Rights and Welfare of the Child3. Accordingly, Africa CDC has \u201czero tolerance\u201d for sexual misconduct, will refer for investigation any reported instances, support sanctioning where this misconduct has been established, and support assistance and redress to victims in accordance with African Union policies.<\/p>\n<p>2. The objective of this Internal Directive is to support Africa CDC\u2019s commitment to the prevention of SEA and SH in its operations, programs and projects; and to taking appropriate measures in response to observed or alleged SEA and SH.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction 1. 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