16 Days of Activism Against Violence on Women and Children

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First national GBV study reveals alarming trends in South Africa

The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) has released its first Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Study, marking a critical step in addressing South Africa’s alarming GBV crisis. Presented in Pretoria last week, the study provides national prevalence data that aims to inform policy decisions and strengthen the National Strategic Plan on GBV. South Africa continues to grapple with some of the highest global rates of rape, femicide, and domestic abuse. Speaking to […]

today29 November 2024

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16 Days of Activism campaign kicks off with focus on ending Gender-Based Violence

By Vusuthando Percyvil Dube The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children Campaign commenced today, running through December 10, 2024, under the theme: “30 Years of Advancing Collective Action to End Violence Against Women and Children.” This year, the campaign emphasizes prevention, economic empowerment, gender equity, positive masculinity, and accountability to address the root causes of gender-based violence (GBV) and foster resilience within communities. The initiative, […]

today25 November 2024

Local

Amend legislation to curb violence against women and children: NGO’s to govt

Various organisations handed over a memorandum to government on Saturday, wanting the State to amend legislation to curb violence against women and children. Spearheaded by non-governmental organisation, LifeLine, a march was held through the streets of Cape Town's CBD to highlight 16 Days of Activism Against Violence on Women and Children. LifeLine executive director Sinikiwe Biyela said one of the demands on the memorandum sought to prompt doctors and medical […]

today27 November 2023

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