gender-based violence

Mountains of Change: How Angela Yeung’s Everest Expedition Tackles Gender-Based Violence

Angela Yeung, a Johannesburg entrepreneur and social activist, has been raising awareness about genderbased violence (GBV) in South Africa through…

7 months ago

Tackling Gender-Based Violence in South Africa’s Higher Education Sector

South Africa is taking steps to address the high rate of genderbased violence (GBV) in its higher education sector. The…

7 months ago

A Call to Action: Combating Gender-Based Violence and Femicide in Higher Education

In South Africa, genderbased violence and femicide are pervasive issues that continue to plague university campuses across the nation. The…

8 months ago

The Persisting Danger Faced by Women

In today's world, the global movement against genderbased violence (GBV) is gaining momentum. However, the brutal assault on 25yearold Zizipho…

9 months ago

A Triumph of Justice: The Successful Conviction of a Child Rapist in South Africa

A recent 90year sentence handed down to a child rapist in South Africa is a victory for child protection and…

9 months ago

A Stark Reminder: The Tragic Case of Thapelo Edwin Mojaki and the Struggle Against Gender-Based Violence

Thapelo Edwin Mojaki, a 41yearold man from North West, South Africa, was recently sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his…

10 months ago

Campaign for Justice: Rachel Kolisi Leads Effort to Revoke Parole of Alison Botha’s Attackers

The recent release of Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger, the attackers of Alison Botha, on parole has triggered widespread…

10 months ago

Alison Botha’s Unbreakable Spirit: Overcoming Gender-based Violence

Genderbased violence is a pervasive issue that plagues our society. However, amidst the darkness, stories such as Alison Botha's rise…

10 months ago

The Allegations Against DJ Maphorisa and Thuli Phongolo

DJ Maphorisa, also known as Themba Sonnyboy Sekowe, is a prominent figure in the South African entertainment industry, thanks to…

11 months ago

Orlando Pirates Face Criticism for Handling of Thembinkosi Lorch’s Assault Case

Orlando Pirates, a renowned Premier Soccer League (PSL) team, has recently received backlash on social media for their statement regarding…

11 months ago

Orlando Pirates Responds to Thembinkosi Lorch’s Assault Conviction

On June 6, 2023, professional football player Thembinkosi Lorch was found guilty of genderbased violence assault by the Randburg Magistrate…

11 months ago

Dialogues in Houtbay Highlight the Importance of Positive Parenting and Child Protection

The Department of Social Development recently hosted dialogues in Houtbay to discuss the importance of positive parenting and child protection,…

12 months ago

Addressing Gender-Based Violence in South Africa’s Post-Education and Training Sector

Genderbased violence (GBV) remains critical in South Africa's posteducation and training sector. Female students are particularly vulnerable to experiencing physical…

1 year ago

The Krugersdorp Attack Raises Concerns About Information Handling by the South African Police Service

In July 2022, eight women were raped in Krugersdorp, which raised concerns about handling personal information by the South African…

1 year ago

Media’s Responsibility in Addressing Gender-Based Violence in South Africa

Genderbased violence (GBV) is a severe issue in South Africa, where domestic violence affects one in four women. The role…

1 year ago

Tragedy in Fisantekraal: A Call for Greater Protection of Vulnerable Individuals

In Cape Town, the discovery of an unidentified girl's body on an open field at Fisantekraal has shaken the local…

1 year ago