The reporting of sexual violence has been one of the ugliest blights of our democracy. Research throughout the years has revealed disturbing accounts of women regularly shunned at police stations
Employers, work policies and labour law do not accommodate this health issue, which results in women missing promotions, getting unfair performance reviews or losing their jobs
The field was dominated by men but now women are coming to the fore with thoughtful buildings
UN report finds discrimination against women in land and housing programmes
Much of women’s work does not come with a salary but it is invaluable
It advocates for SMMEs owned by women, addresses problems women have with financing and targets sectors such as agriculture, where women labourers are concentrated
It is women and girls who will suffer the most from the funding crisis caused by cuts to development aid.
By empowering more women and girls in STEM, we unlock potential, drive innovation, and build a more sustainable, equitable future for all
The report by the Commission for Gender Equality found that universities were reluctant to review their sexual harassment policies
Despite legislation and policies, the traditional, patriarchal systems across the continent hinder girls’ development
The vision of a world where women have equal rights, opportunities, and agency is within reach. Accelerating equality and empowerment in women demands a comprehensive and multifaceted approach. It necessitates the commitment of governments, organisations, communities, and individuals to work collaboratively and tirelessly. By dismantling barriers, challenging norms, and fostering an environment of inclusivity and […]
The vision of a world where women have equal rights, opportunities, and agency is within reach. Accelerating equality and empowerment in women demands a comprehensive and multifaceted approach. It necessitates the commitment of governments, organisations, communities, and individuals to work collaboratively and tirelessly. By dismantling barriers, challenging norms, and fostering an environment of inclusivity and […]
Thousands of rape cases are in limbo because the police apparently can’t check fingerprints on the department of home affairs’ database
Some women spoke to the Mail & Guardian about frequently looking over their shoulder in fear of danger.
A report by the Tears Foundation has highlighted that women don’t report cases to the police and call for help from work, emphasising the need for personal, confidential services
The report by the Commission for Gender Equality says while the country’s Constitution and laws aim to fight discrimination based on sex and race, cultural norms make this difficult.
Two black South African runners were among the first from the continent to compete in the 1904 games in the United States
Women were not only involved in the struggle against apartheid, they have and continue to fight for rights and justice in fields as diverse as mining, gender-based violence and the environment
The inclusion of women in anti-corruption efforts is more than achieving gender quotas, it is an important tool that could help to mitigate women’s experiences of corruption
The health of young women and girls is shaped by gender-based inequalities and violence
Cities in general have a masculine vision. This needs to change
The onus is on government to create a supportive environment for business development
It is too often forgotten that the Constitution’s Bill of Rights enshrines the rights of all people in our country
It is imperative that we break the silence and change the narrative of black women who enter academic spaces
The journey to empowering women’s entrepreneurship will not be achieved by any one isolated approach
Climate is seen and dealt with in large part from a masculine point of view and this must change
Every woman’s story, including those of ordinary people who fought silent battles, adds a thread to the rich tapestry of our history
The promise of a new climate economy requires tangible actions across key economic systems, some of which include targeted investments into sustainable water infrastructure
The reality is that speaking out exposes victims to further victimisation and often the perpetrator gets off scot-free
The funding includes a $60 million for women in the digital economy and nearly $400 million from the private sector to close the gender digital divide
The Taliban has eroded the rights of women. But Afghans are not taking the regime’s draconian policies lying down, and nor should the rest of the world
The anti-apartheid leader implementing structural changes to dismantle the patriarchal nature of parliament