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What women want
There are more women registered to vote than men. In response, political party manifestos have increased their attention to gender issues.
Women’s rights groups starved of cash
The harsh reality is that progressive gender work in Southern Africa is being hamstrung by changing economic realities in the north.
We’re all made in God’s image
My gender is one part of me; it is not everything of me. I’d be a fool to limit myself.
After sharing stories on radio about LGBTI people I saw a big change in my community
Now they really see me as someone who matters, thinks and feels, says activist Velisa Jara
Gender barriers fall when men are exposed to change
Global studies reveal that first-hand experience alters fixed ideas about traditional roles.
Women’s rights vs patriarchal traditions: Where does the ANC Women’s League stand?
Acquiescing to virginity testing in KwaZulu-Natal represents the start of an entrenched tolerance for patriarchy in the organisation’s ranks.
Women cold-shouldered as political parties cosy up to youth
The country seems to be slipping back into patriarchy and election manifestos barely refer to women, yet they’re the largest voting group.
Rights will be eroded by new chiefly laws
The disturbing trends run counter to the country's constitutional and legislative advances.
The Goldilocks zone of gender, identity and perhaps … God?
While you may think the Goldilocks zone refers to not being too hot or too cold, it could also refer to the state of being simply human.
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What Africa can learn from Cuba in combating the Covid-19 pandemic
Africa should abandon the neoliberal path to be able to deal with Covid-19 and other health system challenges likely to emerge in future
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Road to recovery for the tourism sector: The South African perspective
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Covid-19: Eased lockdown and rule of law Webinar
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Covid-19 and Frontline Workers
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PPS webinar Part 2: Small business, big risk
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Call for applications for the position of GCRO executive director
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DriveRisk stays safe with high-tech thermal camera solution
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