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Editorial: Dropping celebs isn’t enough

Article Editorial - 6 Mar 2020

There are not often consequences for men who are reported to have sexually abused women. But maybe, just maybe things are changing for the better.

Weinstein convicted of sex assault, rape in ‘new era’ for #MeToo

Article Peter Hutchison - 25 Feb 2020

The 67-year-old was remanded in New York's notorious Rikers Island jail after the jury of seven men and five women found the once powerful Hollywood producer guilty of criminal sexual acts

#MeToo in Nigeria

Africa Kechi Nomu - 14 Dec 2019

In Nigeria, survivors of sexual violence and workplace sexual harassment know that facts are not enough

The cost of breaking your silence is high

Article Veronica Sigamoney - 20 Sep 2019

Those who have been violated are called on to solve the problem of gender-based violence

Sexual harassment still plagues the workplace

Article Erica Emdon - 29 Apr 2019

Institutions can set up a gender equity unit such as the one at Wits University to assist victims

Colombian football rocked by allegations girls were sexually abused

Article Rodrigo Almonacid A - 10 Apr 2019

The disclosures come at a time when women's football is experiencing a worldwide surge in popularity ahead of this year's World Cup

Today, we are all women

Article Michel Sidibe & Monica Geingos - 8 Mar 2019

Women and men must together gather the resolve it takes for change to take hold everywhere

Philippines’ Duterte under fire for saying he ‘touched’ maid

Article Agency - 30 Dec 2018

Women's rights political party Gabriela denounced Duterte's 'repulsive' comments and called for him to resign

Fight to end rape in war must begin in peacetime — Nobel Prize winner Denis Mukwege

Africa Staff Reporter - 9 Dec 2018

The Congolese doctor won the Nobel prize for his work to end sexual violence in war and is considered an expert on gang rape in conflict

‘Boys club’ culture at UNAids allowed for sexual harassment and bullying – report

Article Laura Lopez Gonzalez - 7 Dec 2018

The investigation of an independent panel recommends reviewing whether UNAids executive director Michel Sidibé should continue in his role.

MIT honours #MeToo movement trailblazers

Article Mashadi Kekana - 4 Dec 2018

The 2018 Media Lab Disobedience Award has been awarded to three leading figures behind the #MeToo and #MeTooSTEM movements

Myths shroud queer abuse

Article Kagure Mugo - 30 Nov 2018

The idea that violence is heterosexually defined silences same-sex victims

Walk the talk against GBV

Article Colleen Lowe Morna - 16 Nov 2018

Mr Ramaphosa, you have seen and listened. Now it is time to make SA safe for women

#MeToo movement in China: Powerful yet fragile

Article Staff Reporter - 23 Oct 2018

The movement is growing in China despite obstructions by a sensitive state, indifferent public and misogynist elites

Gender gap widens in SA media

Article Colleen Lowe Morna & Glenda Daniels - 19 Oct 2018

The latest media figures show that women are slowly advancing, but their experiences tell of little change at the top

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Unions cry foul over SABC dismissal costs and retrenchments

Sarah Smit - 21 Oct 2020

Broadcaster bodies say claims that a recent skills audit is unrelated to retrenchments are ‘irrational’

National

Finance probe into the Ingonyama Trust Board goes ahead

Paddy Harper - 20 Oct 2020

The threat of legal action from ITB chairperson Jerome Ngwenya fails to halt forensic audit ordered by the land reform minister

National

Fake trafficking news targets migrants

Jan Bornman - 20 Oct 2020

Exaggerated reports on social media of human trafficking syndicates snatching people in broad daylight legitimate xenophobia while deflecting from the real problems in society

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

Special Reports

Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

Special Reports

The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

Special Reports

In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

Special Reports

Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection

Special Reports

Mental Health

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

During the pandemic there's been a dramatic increase in depression, anxiety and suicides, according to some of the surveys done

Special Reports

Expert financial advice still recommended – especially in uncertain times

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

A financial advisor is an expert who will help you to protect your wealth and make a realistic plan when unexpected events threaten your wellbeing

Special Reports

What is a virtual card, and how does it work?

special reports - 15 Oct 2020

A virtual card lets you pay online without ever having to take your card from your wallet or exposing your actual account information