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 »

South Africa: The Role of Men Important in Ending Gender-Based Violence - President Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has highlighted the role of men as an increasingly influential force in making the Convention to End Violence Against Women and Girls a tangible… Read more »

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 »

South Africa: Govt Committed to Ending Gender-Based Violence - Deputy President

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has reiterated that government remains committed to work aimed at eradicating the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). Read more »

South Africa: Government to Launch 16 Days of Activism Campaign

The implementation of the National Strategic Plan on Gender Based Violence and Femicide (NSP - GBVF) will be among the awareness activities to take centre stage during this year's… Read more »

South Africa: Ministry Commends Student Suspension After Stabbing Incident

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities says it is encouraged by the University of Western Cape's (UWC) bold step to suspend a student from its campus after he… Read more »

South Africa: Pandor Advocates for More Women to Be Part of Peace Negotiations

Peace agreements are more sustainable when women are at the table, says International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor. Read more »

South Africa: Pandor to Participate in Palestine, Women, Peace and Security Debate

International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, has undertaken a working visit to New York to participate in two high-level debates at the United Nations… Read more »

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 Africa: Minister to Establish Panel to Professionalise Women Sports

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa has committed to set up a panel of experts to lead the establishment of a blueprint to professionalise netball and football. Read more »

South Africa: Govt Committed to Advancing the Lives of Women - Ramaphosa on #WomensDay

President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his address at the Women's Day event to encourage all sectors of society to advance and improve the lives of the women and girls of South Africa. Read more »

South Africa: SA Navy Prioritises Gender Mainstreaming

While significant strides have been made to ensure that women occupy leadership positions in the South African Navy, much more must be done to mainstream gender, says South African… Read more »

South Africa: Women's Day Commemoration to Be Held At the Union Buildings

The 2023 National Women's Day Commemoration will now be held at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Wednesday, the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has announced, in its… Read more »

South Africa: Young Women Urged to Explore Opportunities in Oceans Economy

Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, has encouraged young people to explore career opportunities in the oceans… Read more »

South Africa: SA's Sportswomen Praised for Reaching New Heights

President Cyril Ramaphosa has lauded female athletes for reaching new heights and achieving remarkable accomplishments across a number of sporting codes. Read more »

South Africa: Kodwa Welcomes Court's Ruling On Semenya's Appeal

Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Minister, Zizi Kodwa, has commended the decision by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), which vindicates Caster Semenya's fight for her… Read more »

South Africa: Yanga Mputa Appointed As First Woman Tax Ombud

The Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, has appointed Yanga Mputa as the Tax Ombud effective from 1 July 2023 for a period of five years. Read more »

South Africa: Slight Decrease in Rape Cases

According to the quarterly crime statistics released by Police Minister General Bheki Cele on Tuesday, rape cases have shown a decrease from 1 January 2023 to 31 March 2023, with… Read more »

South Africa: Women's Health Takes Centre Stage in Limpopo

Social Development Deputy Minister Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu is on a drive to help raise awareness on cancer and women's health issues. Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Approves Draft Policy On Women in Sport

Cabinet has approved the gazetting of the draft Policy on Women in Sport for public comment. Read more »

South Africa: GBV Interventions At Higher Learning Institutions Yields Positive Results

Anti-gender-based violence interventions have yielded positive results at higher learning institutions with over 700 000 students currently linked to health, wellness and… Read more »

Africa: Collective Leadership Required to End Gender-Based Violence and Femicide - Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged African leaders move as a collective in efforts to curb the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) on the continent. Read more »

South Africa: Public Works Hands Over Building for GBV Victims

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has handed over another shelter for gender-based violence (GBV) in the Free State, as government intensifies its efforts to… Read more »