Reported rape cases in Portugal have risen over the past decade, according to the country's latest Annual Internal Security Report. One in five people accused of the crime were under the age of 20, the report found. The report describes Portugal as a country often seen as having mild social customs. Even so, it flagged the rise in rape cases as one of its most concerning findings.
Annual Security Report Covers Crime Data From 2025
Portugal's Annual Internal Security Report, known as the RASI, compiles crime statistics gathered by the country's police forces each year. Its latest edition covers crime data from 2025.
One in Five Rape Suspects Are Under the Age of 20
Among people accused of rape in Portugal, one in five were under 20 years old, the report found. The figure points to a large number of very young men facing rape allegations. The broadcast segment also pointed to a sharp rise in misogyny tied to openly misogynistic figures active online. These figures promote violence against women and are followed by many young men who have large followings of their own.
School Project Educação Para a Sexualidade e Afetos Tackles Topic
Studies cited in the segment found that contact with pornography now starts earlier in life among young people. Researchers say this makes sex education increasingly important. Addressing these topics does not encourage early sexual activity, the studies found. Teenagers who are better informed tend to delay the start of their sex lives, since it requires maturity and responsibility.
Sexuality was the topic of a seminar held for teachers and guardians. The seminar ran under Educação para a Sexualidade e Afetos, a schools project whose name translates to Education for Sexuality and Affection.
Source: madeira.rtp.pt
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