African elections put fewer women in Parliament

Elections in East and Southern Africa have left fewer women in politics, placing countries at risk of not meeting equality targets, the UN said.

No place for complacency in gender equity

South Africa has a balance of men and women in Parliament that would rival Nordic countries, but it shouldn't rest on its laurels.

Play gives voice to traditionally silent males

During gender activism campaigns like the 16 Days of Activism, one group of voices is traditionally silent: those of men.

We are a nation crying out for help

What's wrong with us? With our abnormally high incidence of rape it’s a question SA have to ask. This report is part of our 16 Days of Activism series

Commission flogs gender laggards

For the first time, companies and government departments have been called to account for their lack of gender transformation.

Gender coverage: Thought Leader leads the pack

M&G blogging platform Thought Leader was named in a study as the forum where "most analytic discussion of sexual violence" takes place.

How music depicts violence against women and children

There are many in the fields of popular and alternative music that speak about violence against women and children from a different angle.

Anomalies in Sexual Offences Act challenged

The Teddy Bear Clinic and Resources aimed at the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect filed papers to challenge anomalies in the Sexual Offences Act.

If we can't tell rape from sex, something is terribly wrong

When the story about a Jules High School girl allegedly being raped hit the headlines, I had a flash back to my worst moment as a mother.

How do the media cover issues of gender?

During the 16 Days of No Violence against Women and Children the media will play a vital role in getting the campaign's messages out to the public.

Study shows war on women begins at home

Almost 80% of men in Gauteng admit to perpetrating some form of violence against women, a study revealed by the MRC and Gender Links revealed.

Sex or rape? Something is terribly wrong!

Executive director of Gender Links attempts to explain the difference between sex and rape in South African society.

Rape victims respond: '#IsaidNO'

After the Jules High School rape incident, the ‘Twitterverse’ lit up with stories from three local women who recounted their own experience.

Patriarchy polices heterosexuality

South Africans are rightly proud of having what is probably the most progressive Constitution in the world. But rights can never be taken for granted.

Disgraceful war against women

The M&G shares thoughts on the alleged gang rape of a 15-year-old girl on the Jules High School and Netcare's involvement in organ trafficking.

Children in war: the lost millions looking for a voice

Millions of children lost in war around the world miss the right to feel a parent's love more than anything else.

Children caught up in phone porn

Kids themselves circulate content.

Sexual abuse rampant at rural schools

Mpumalanga's education department has dismissed 60 teachers for sexually abusing pupils in the past five years, the province has disclosed.

Sonke Gender Justice Network goes after Malema

The Sonke Gender Justice Network is going ahead with its bid to attach assets worth R50 000 from ANC Youth League president Julius Malema.

DRC women relive terror of mass rape

UN representative meets victims as international criminal court sends team to investigate sexual assaults on villagers.

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Women and children The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children is a United Nations campaign. It takes place annually from the 25th November (International Day of No Violence against Women) to the 10th December (International Human Rights Day). We are here Where are the men in all the discussions surrounding the annual 16 Days of No Violence Against Women and Children? American poet, author and actor Antonio Lyons answers this in his one-man play: We Are Here, a series of 16 sketches. Watch our video. More videos "HOW TO" guide A little knowledge is a powerful thing. The Mail&Guardian "HOW TO" guide explores 16 topics of interest to women and children over the 16 Days of Activism. Suing for maintenance, applying for a social grant or getting a protection order against an abusive partner... it's all here. For a list of the daily "HOW TO" guides so far click here. Jules High The shocking Jules High School sex video has made the country sit up and take notice of violence against women and children. Follow our coverage here.

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Women and conflict

In the aftermath of Mozambique's civil war, women continue to be most affected by the landmines still scattered across the country. View the photo story.

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Serial rape case postponed

The alleged serial rapist who targeted a dozen young women between the ages of 19 and 21 in the Johannesburg CBD faced court for a second time on Monday. The Mail & Guardian was there. Watch the video.

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Vosloorus police deny homophobia

Twelve lesbian women were arrested by Vosloorus police last month, in what local activists say is the latest of a series of homophobic attacks by police in the area. The M&G pinned down the Vosloorus police station commander for his response. Watch the video.

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Homophobia in Vosloorus

Following the Johannesburg Gay Pride march, twelve members of the Vosloorus community were allegedly brutally arrested while at a private party. This is not the first time that the Vosloorus Police Department has been accused of homophobia. The M&G investigates.

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