South Africa: Call to Respect the Elderly As Gauteng Marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

The Gauteng Department of Social Development on Monday joined the world in observing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). Read more »

South Africa: Call for Protection of Rights of People With Albinism

The Gauteng Department of Social Development has called for the stronger protection, dignity, and equal treatment of persons with albinism. Read more »

South Africa: Clean Air Is a Human Right

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts has reaffirmed government's commitment to tackling air pollution, describing clean air as a fundamental human… Read more »

South Africa: Government Tackling Illegal Immigration Head On, Says President Ramaphosa

Government is responding to the genuine concerns that South Africans have expressed regarding illegal migration and its impact on the country. Read more »

Africa: Presidency Notes Latest ICJ Order in South Africa's Genocide Case Against Israel

The Presidency has noted the latest order issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the case brought by South Africa against Israel under the Convention on the… Read more »

South Africa: Municipalities Outline Plans to Tackle Water Challenges At SAHRC Inquiry

Three Gauteng municipalities appeared before the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) on Tuesday to respond to concerns over water supply disruptions, deteriorating… Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Condemns Fake Videos of Attacks On Foreign Nationals Amid Protests

Cabinet has condemned the viral circulation of fake videos and images claiming to be of attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa. Read more »

South Africa: Manamela Calls for Disability Inclusion in Higher Education Systems

Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has called on African universities to fundamentally rethink inclusion, stressing that disability must be treated as a central… Read more »

South Africa: Compulsory Gender-Based Analysis Training for Public Servants

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has introduced a compulsory Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) online training course aimed at strengthening… Read more »

South Africa: New Nelson Mandela Rules Academy Signals Shift Toward Humanised Corrections

Exactly 36 years after President Nelson Mandela walked out of prison and into the pages of history, President Cyril Ramaphosa returned to the very grounds where that decisive… Read more »

Africa: Government Reaffirms Commitment to a Disability-Inclusive South Africa

Government has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing a disability-inclusive society through strengthened partnerships, improved access to services, and the protection of the… Read more »

South Africa: Disaster Management Committee Urges Nationwide Action to End Gbvf

The Intergovernmental Committee on Disaster Management (ICDM) is urging the nation to take action and encouraging all citizens to participate in educational and awareness campaigns… Read more »

South Africa: Minister Chikunga Calls for Media and Creative Sectors to 'Flip the Script' in Fight Against Gbvf

Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Dr Sindisiwe Chikunga, has called on South Africa's media, film, advertising and entertainment sectors to… Read more »

South Africa: KZN Mobilises 365-Day Campaign to Stem Surge in Gbvf

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has reaffirmed the provincial government's commitment to working closely with communities to fight, expose, prevent, and prosecute violence… Read more »

South Africa: Hlabisa Calls for Religious Leaders to Combat Gender-Based Violence

Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, has urged religious leaders to promote peace and stability and to assist in creating safe spaces… Read more »

South Africa: Escaped Helderstroom Correctional Facility Inmate Rearrested

An inmate who escaped from custody has been rearrested by the Department of Correctional Services (DCS). Read more »

South Africa: Major Progress Recorded in Ongoing Fight Against GBVF

The South African Police Service's (SAPS) Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) units continue to make significant inroads in the fight against gender-based… Read more »

South Africa: CGE Welcomes Ruling On Parental Leave Equality

The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has welcomed the landmark Constitutional Court ruling on parental leave equality as a significant step forward in advancing gender equality… Read more »

South Africa: No Equality Without Sign Language Rights, Letsike Warns

Deputy Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Steve Letsike has warned that the constitutional promise of equality will remain unfulfilled if deaf South Africans… Read more »

South Africa: Health Ombudsman Conference Highlights Healthcare As a Human Right

The Office of the Health Ombudsman has convened its inaugural two-day conference, which started on Thursday, 11 September 2025, at the Emperors Palace Conference Centre in Kempton… Read more »

South Africa: Letsike Condemns School Bullying Incident

Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has condemned the viral video depicting a schoolgirl being assaulted. Read more »

South Africa: Report Finds Racial Bias in Medical Schemes

An independent panel investigating racial bias in South Africa's medical aid schemes has reaffirmed its earlier findings that black healthcare providers were disproportionately… Read more »

South Africa: Shared Strategies Key to Fighting GBVF and Advancing Gender Equality

Brazil says G20 countries can learn from one another's experiences in advancing gender equality and accelerate progress towards ending gender-based violence and building inclusive… Read more »