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May 09
South Africa: Pandor Condemns Killing and Silencing of Journalists in Palestine
The capacity of journalists to report on events in real-time is crucial, and intimidating or killing members of the media must not be permitted to persist without consequences. Read more »
South Africa: Pandor Highlights Importance of Student Activism in Support of Palestine
International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, has welcomed the growing international movement of student activism in support of justice for the people of… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Approves Bill Criminalising Hate Crimes, Hate Speech
President Cyril Ramaphosa has given his approval to the Preventing and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill, which criminalises hate crimes and hate speech. Read more »
March 18
South Africa: Human Rights for Only Some, Are Human Rights for None - President
Ahead of Human Rights Day later this week, President Cyril Ramaphosa has reminded the country that "we cannot truly be free until all people are free". Read more »
March 04
South Africa: Celebrating 30 Years of Human Rights
The year 2024 coincides with several historic milestones in the nation's fight for fundamental human rights and freedoms, says Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa. Read more »
March 19
South Africa: South Africa to Commemorate Human Rights Day
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday deliver a keynote address at the national commemoration of Human Rights Day to be held in Sharpeville, Sedibeng District Municipality, in… Read more »
March 14
South Africa: Ethekwini Municipal Workers' Strike Infringes On Human Rights
Cabinet has expressed concerns at the illegal protest action by eThekwini municipal workers, which has seen violence as well as water and power outages. Read more »
March 13
South Africa: Govt Stands By Decision to File Lawsuit Against Israel
South Africa has no regrets about becoming the first country to file a lawsuit against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to end its "deadly and relentless… Read more »
March 11
South Africa: Men Called to Stand Up Against GBV
The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has reiterated its call for all South African men to stand and fight the scourge of rape and gender-based… Read more »
January 12
South Africa: SA Appeals to Top UN Court in Israel-Palestine Matter
Justice and Correctional Services Minister, Ronald Lamola, fears that without the intervention of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Palestinians will be destroyed. Read more »
January 10
South Africa: President Emphasises Importance of Human Rights
With South Africa heading to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague for acts committed by Israel in the context of its attacks on Gaza, President Cyril Ramaphosa… Read more »
South Africa: Several Mpumalanga Farm Owners Issued With Contravention and Prohibition Notices for Violating Laws
The exploitation and ill treatment of workers, as well as disregard of South Africa's labour laws, continues unabated in some of the agricultural sectors in Mpumalanga. Read more »
December 01, 2023
South Africa: National Strategic Plan On GBVF Must Be Prioritised - Cabinet
Cabinet has reaffirmed the need to prioritise the implementation of the National Strategic Plan (NSP) of dealing with the second pandemic of gender-based violence and femicide. Read more »
November 30, 2023
South Africa: Call to End Discrimination Against People With Albinism
The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has joined the National Albinism Task Force of South Africa (NATF) in calling for the end of discrimination, hostility… Read more »
November 27, 2023
South Africa: Men and Boys Can Break the Cycle of Violence - President Ramaphosa
As the country marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children campaign, President Cyril Ramaphosa believes that men and boys can break the… Read more »
South Africa: Fight Against Gbvf Must Continue Throughout the Year
City of Ekurhuleni Mayor, Sivuyile Ngodwana, has called on all of society to fight back against Gender Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) every day of the year. Read more »
South Africa: SAPS Honours Those Fighting GBV
As the country observes the annual 16 Days of Activism of No Violence against Women and Children campaign, the South African Police Service (SAPS) is highlighting the work of its… Read more »
November 13, 2023
South Africa: EC Notes Report On Child Malnutrition
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government says it has noted the South African Human Rights Commission's (SAHRC) report on Child Malnutrition and the Right to Food, which calls for… Read more »
August 29, 2023
South Africa: Boys and Men Key in Fighting GBVF
South Africa's men and boys are a crucial part of combatting the scourge of violence against women and girls. Read more »
South Sudan: Deputy President Mashatile Arrives in South Sudan
Deputy President Paul Mashatile arrived in Juba on Monday to assess the latest developments in the implementation of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in the… Read more »
August 08, 2023
Africa: South Africa Records 207 Child Marriages in 2021 - Stats SA
South Africa recorded 207 child marriages in 2021, with 188 kids taken as brides. Read more »
July 20, 2023
South Africa: Sign Language Officially the 12th Official Language
Making Sign Language the 12th Official Language of South Africa, Government Aims to Advance the Rights of Citizens Living With Disabilities By Ensuring That Their Rights to… Read more »
South Africa: SA's Law Inclusive of All Groups - Employment and Labour
Department of Employment and Labour's Deputy Director: Employment Equity, Niresh Singh, has told an Employment Equity workshop that South Africa's laws are about inclusivity. Read more »
South Africa: Symposium to Confront Whistleblowers' Challenges
Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD), Minister Ronald Lamola, is expected to address the Public Service Commission's (PSC) symposium into the protection of… Read more »
July 17, 2023
South Africa: Public Called to Protect Water Resources
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has called on South Africans to take part in the Clear Rivers campaign to protect water resources in honour of former President Nelson… Read more »
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