gender-based violence

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…

1 year 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…

1 year 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…

1 year 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…

1 year 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…

1 year 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…

1 year 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…

1 year 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,…

2 years 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…

2 years 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…

2 years 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…

2 years 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…

2 years ago

Cape Town Law Enforcement Officer on Trial for Shooting Homeless Man

In Rondebosch last year, a Cape Town police officer named Luvolwethu Kati shot and killed a homeless man named Dumisani…

2 years ago

Cape Town Law Enforcement Officer on Trial for Shooting Homeless Man

In Rondebosch last year, a Cape Town police officer named Luvolwethu Kati shot and killed a homeless man named Dumisani…

2 years ago

Police Investigate Shooting of City Officials in Cape Town

In the past few months, Cape Town has experienced two separate incidents involving the shooting of city officials, which have…

2 years ago

The Challenge of Sexual Bullying in South African Schools

South Africa's criminal justice system is failing victims of sexual offenses, and this problem is even more pronounced in schools.…

2 years ago