The spectre of the July 2021 riots looms large over the events in Gauteng of the last few days, and, as always, xenophobia is disgruntled South Africa’s faithful companion
A new report, with the input of survivors of GBV and business executives, suggests the private sector is crucial to combat the crime
Party calls for special police unit to investigate officers accused of victimising GBV survivors
Police witness struggles to recall details of murder investigation because of memory loss caused by Covid-19 infection
There are few convictions, many cases are withdrawn and there is a lack of resources, training and staff
Every-day male monsters, rather than uniquely evil cultists, are responsible for the bulk of violence against South African women
An investigation by the auditor general into the defence department’s records found that a lack of accountability and consequence management is rife
Despite strong legislation, South Africa is failing to address its unacceptable rates of woman abuse
What will it take for the government to acknowledge the link between gender-based violence and femicide and alcohol?
MacG claims to be merely a facilitator, but the shock jock is doubling down and standing by the benefits procured by his misogyny
The highlights of 2021 in Africa
The Waterberg Women Advocacy Organisation wants people to have clean and renewable energy
Nonprofit organisations that provide trauma counselling and shelter to survivors of rape and violence have had to shut their doors
Study shows horrifying statistics of widespread sexism and violence against women MPs in Africa
Human Rights Watch says large-scale efforts and resources are needed to prevent even worse gender-based violence statistics
From an old acquaintance* with benefits
Here’s how the EU is continuing to support women and girls worldwide
The past 18 months have been tough for women cross-border traders, who saw their income vanish when borders closed
Fixing the system starts at home, where parents and guardians who shield the perpetrators of sexual assault must be held accountable for their complicity
Zambia has a longstanding reputation for being a safe, peaceful country — except if you’re a woman
Many people do not see it as a crime, but rather a tradition they should follow without question. Regular school attendance can keep girls out of harm’s way
Women and girls continue to fight for their human rights and wellbeing, generations after they were recognised
The relations of social domination are reproduced in our habitual ways of talking
Crematoriums, funeral parlours and cemeteries were forced to close, leaving the families of those who died during the unrest to live with their bodies.
Unless meaningful change occurs soon, more blood will be spilt on Swazi streets
Leora Farber’s current installation at Iziko South African National Gallery unleashes a plethora of associations and emotions
Gender-based violence starts with words, it starts at home when boys learn that girls are inferior
The second part of an edited extract from Femicide in South Africa (Kwela) by Nechama Brodie lists the names of black lesbians who were murdered, allegedly because of their sexual orientation
This tool developed by the Triad Trust and The Foundation for Aids Research, Amfar, will point you to the gender-based violence services closest to you – no data needed
Minister Lindiwe Zulu made wide-ranging announcements on Friday, including how early childhood development centres should operate under level-four lockdown
In her book ‘Femicide in South Africa’, journalist and researcher Nechama Brodie examines the violent history the country’s black lesbians have endured
A pioneering railway scheme in the UK is helping domestic violence victims to escape their abusers by providing them with free travel to reach refuge