gender-based violence

A High-Profile Trial under the South African SunA High-Profile Trial under the South African Sun

A High-Profile Trial under the South African Sun

A man named Luyanda Botha is facing trial in South Africa for another attempted rape, adding to his previous conviction…

10 months ago
Disturbing Account of Betrayal, Violence and Justice in South AfricaDisturbing Account of Betrayal, Violence and Justice in South Africa

Disturbing Account of Betrayal, Violence and Justice in South Africa

A shocking story of violence and betrayal emerged from KwaZuluNatal, South Africa, in May 2022, when a man murdered his…

11 months ago
The Unsettling Reality of Gender-Based Violence in South Africa’s Western CapeThe Unsettling Reality of Gender-Based Violence in South Africa’s Western Cape

The Unsettling Reality of Gender-Based Violence in South Africa’s Western Cape

Genderbased violence (GBV) is a pervasive issue in South Africa's Western Cape, with overburdened police forces leading to incomplete investigations…

11 months ago
The Tale of Ashleigh Ogle: Celebrity, Survivor, and AdvocateThe Tale of Ashleigh Ogle: Celebrity, Survivor, and Advocate

The Tale of Ashleigh Ogle: Celebrity, Survivor, and Advocate

Ashleigh Ogle is a celebrity known for her work in the entertainment industry and reality TV. She recently became an…

11 months ago
The Anatomy of Violence Based on Gender in the Western Cape: A Continued Fight for JusticeThe Anatomy of Violence Based on Gender in the Western Cape: A Continued Fight for Justice

The Anatomy of Violence Based on Gender in the Western Cape: A Continued Fight for Justice

The Western Cape Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety revealed that 89 cases of genderbased violence were dropped from…

12 months ago
Unveiling the Spirit of Women: The Cape Town SPAR Women’s ChallengeUnveiling the Spirit of Women: The Cape Town SPAR Women’s Challenge

Unveiling the Spirit of Women: The Cape Town SPAR Women’s Challenge

The SPAR Women's Challenge in Cape Town is a road race exclusively for women that promotes women's health, empowerment, and…

1 year ago
The Heartrending Account of Mpharu Hloyi: An Exemplar of Resilience and CommitmentThe Heartrending Account of Mpharu Hloyi: An Exemplar of Resilience and Commitment

The Heartrending Account of Mpharu Hloyi: An Exemplar of Resilience and Commitment

Mpharu Hloyi, Cape Town's first black female scientific officer and advocate against genderbased violence, was tragically shot and killed by…

1 year ago
Standing Up for Justice: A Grim Tale of Trauma, Healing, and Hope from Nelson Mandela BayStanding Up for Justice: A Grim Tale of Trauma, Healing, and Hope from Nelson Mandela Bay

Standing Up for Justice: A Grim Tale of Trauma, Healing, and Hope from Nelson Mandela Bay

A horrific incident at Susannah Fourie Primary School in Nelson Mandela Bay has highlighted the issue of genderbased violence in…

1 year ago
The Unraveling of a Nightmare: The Devastating Demise of Cape Town’s Pioneering Black Female Scientific OfficerThe Unraveling of a Nightmare: The Devastating Demise of Cape Town’s Pioneering Black Female Scientific Officer

The Unraveling of a Nightmare: The Devastating Demise of Cape Town’s Pioneering Black Female Scientific Officer

Mpharu Hloyi, Cape Town's first black female scientific officer, was tragically killed, along with the targeted murder attempts on her…

1 year ago
Strengthening the Battle Against Gender-Based Violence: Northern Cape Police Gain Fresh SupportStrengthening the Battle Against Gender-Based Violence: Northern Cape Police Gain Fresh Support

Strengthening the Battle Against Gender-Based Violence: Northern Cape Police Gain Fresh Support

Positioned in the core of South Africa, Northern Cape province recently seized the spotlight for an occurrence that highlights the…

1 year ago
Kirsten Kluyts Case: Echoes of Injustice Reverberating through South AfricaKirsten Kluyts Case: Echoes of Injustice Reverberating through South Africa

Kirsten Kluyts Case: Echoes of Injustice Reverberating through South Africa

The shocking murder of Kirsten Kluyts, a teacher in Sandton, has exposed the pervasive nature of genderbased violence in South…

1 year ago
A United Front Against Gender-Based Violence: Wale Street’s Human Chain InitiativeA United Front Against Gender-Based Violence: Wale Street’s Human Chain Initiative

A United Front Against Gender-Based Violence: Wale Street’s Human Chain Initiative

In Cape Town, a human chain was formed to show support for victims and survivors of genderbased violence (GBV). The…

1 year ago
Siya Kolisi: An Inspirational Figure On and Off the Rugby GroundsSiya Kolisi: An Inspirational Figure On and Off the Rugby Grounds

Siya Kolisi: An Inspirational Figure On and Off the Rugby Grounds

Siya Kolisi, a renowned rugby player from South Africa, is committed to philanthropy and raising awareness about genderbased violence. He…

1 year ago
A New Dawn: Shaping Masculinity Towards Positive ChangeA New Dawn: Shaping Masculinity Towards Positive Change

A New Dawn: Shaping Masculinity Towards Positive Change

Father a Nation, a nonprofit organization in South Africa, is working to promote healthy masculinity and empower men to become…

1 year ago
A Mother’s Plea for Justice: The Impact of Reeva Steenkamp’s Untimely DeathA Mother’s Plea for Justice: The Impact of Reeva Steenkamp’s Untimely Death

A Mother’s Plea for Justice: The Impact of Reeva Steenkamp’s Untimely Death

June Steenkamp's victim impact statement at Oscar Pistorius's parole hearing serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of…

1 year ago

Thembinkosi Lorch’s Case: A Postponed Verdict and a Battle Towards Ending Gender-Based Violence

Thembinkosi Lorch, a popular soccer player in South Africa, received a threeyear sentence for assaulting his former girlfriend. However, the…

1 year ago