South Africa: Eastern Cape Government Reaffirms Commitment to Combat GBVF

The Eastern Cape Provincial Government has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to combating gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) across the province. Read more »

South Africa: Women Ministry Speaks Out On Omotoso's Acquittal

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, has expressed its disappointment with the acquittal of Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused from 32 serious charges,… Read more »

South Africa: Call to Fight GBVF

Urgent action is required to turn the tide against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF), KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli said. Read more »

South Africa: SA's Narrative Therapist Nominated for Women Changing the World Awards

South Africa's world-renowned Narrative Therapist and Psychosocial Specialist, Ncazelo Mlilo, has been nominated in the prestigious Women Changing the World Awards. Read more »

South Africa: President Pays Tribute to Gender Activist Pamela Mabini

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed condolences to the family, friends and fellow activists of Gqeberha-based whistleblower and gender activist Pamela Mabini. Read more »

South Africa: Traditional Leaders Urged to Lead the Call to End GBVF

Traditional leaders have been urged to lead the call to end gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). Read more »

South Africa: Remaining Silent On GBVF 'Not an Option' - Justice Minister

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has reiterated government's commitment to fighting the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) in… Read more »

South Africa: Gender-Based Violence Command Centre Goes Live

The Department of Social Development's Gender-Based Violence Command Centre (GBVCC) is officially operational again, marking a significant step forward in the fight against… Read more »

South Africa: SAPS Recognises Work of Men and Women in Blue

The South African Police Service (SAPS) is observing this year's 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children by highlighting the work of its men and women in… Read more »

South Africa: Take the Gloves Off Gender-Based Violence and Femicide

Violence, particularly against women and children, continues to be a sting on our collective South African skin, and it is a battle that requires our collective effort to win,… Read more »

South Africa: Deputy President to Lead 16 Days Launch

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Monday lead the launch of the National 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children campaign at the Rustenburg Local… Read more »

South Africa: Over Seven Million Women Have Experienced Physical Violence, Study Reveals

A study on gender-based violence (GBV) has revealed that about 7 310 389 million women, aged 18 years and older, have experienced physical violence in their lifetime. Read more »

South Africa: Spotlight On Prevalence of GBV On Women With Disabilities

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) will use the ongoing Disability Rights Awareness Month (DRAM 2024) to shine a spotlight on the often-overlooked… Read more »

South Africa: SA to Mark 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Cabinet has approved the conceptual approach to this year's 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) campaign. Read more »

South Africa: 4th National Shelter Indaba Pioneers Solutions for GBV Survivors

The 4th National Shelter Indaba has highlighted the urgent need for effective shelter solutions for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). Read more »

South Africa: SA Reaffirms Commitment to Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment

As South Africa prepares to host the Group of 20 (G20) Summit in 2025, Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities Minister, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has reaffirmed the country's… Read more »

South Africa: G20 Women's Working Group Places Gender Equality Under Spotlight

Issues related to gender equality and women's empowerment will come under the spotlight at the G20 Ministerial Women's Empowerment Working Group (EWWG), currently underway in… Read more »

South Africa: Chikunga Arrives in Russia for BRICS Women Affairs Meeting

Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga is in Saint Petersburg, Russia, where she will lead discussions at the BRICS Women… Read more »

South Africa: Zikalala Calls for the Participation of Women in the Built Industry

Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister, Sihle Zikalala, has called for more work to be done to ensure the participation of women in the built industry including the use of… Read more »

South Africa: Call for Policy That Removes Barriers to Women's Participation in Business

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Director-General, Advocate Mikateko Maluleke, has called for the establishment of a policy environment that removes… Read more »

South Africa: Hlengwa Elevates Gender Equality in Aviation

As South Africa commemorates Women's Month, Deputy Minister of Transport, Mkhuleko Hlengwa, has advocated for gender equality in the aviation sector. Read more »

South Africa: August Musts Be Used to Condemn Acts of Violence Against Women

Acting Executive Director of the Centre for Public Service Innovation (CPSI) Lydia Sebokedi says it is imperative to use the month of August to condemn all acts of violence against… Read more »

South Africa: Government Outlines Further Plans to Commemorate Women's Month

Government departments will continue to host a variety of activities to commemorate Women's Month. Read more »

South Africa: Women Still Face Barriers in Accessing Land

The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has recommended that the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development takes the lead in ensuring the introduction of… Read more »

South Africa: Entrepreneurship Can Be Used to Lift More Women Out of Poverty, Says President

President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised that through stronger collaboration between government and business, along with the backing of labor and civil society, entrepreneurship… Read more »