As the United Nations edges closer to electing its first female Secretary-General, Africa's failure to nominate qualified women from its own ranks highlights a missed opportunity…
The South African Reserve Bank has launched two new commemorative R2 circulation coins celebrating struggle icon Charlotte Maxeke and the historic 1956 Women’s March.
South Africa continues to react to gender-based violence downstream, but ending femicide requires confronting its true root cause: entrenched gender inequality in our homes,…
Beyond workplace bias, the invisible mental and logistical load of caregiving holds women back from senior leadership and entrepreneurial growth. Here is how technology and…
Achieving gender equality in academia requires far more than meeting quotas. From the motherhood penalty to the 'inclusion tax', structural barriers continue to push talented…
Decades after the historic 1956 Women's March, prominent South African women leaders from across generations gathered to reflect on the ongoing journey from political protest to…
When South African women’s football makes headlines, it is often because players have achieved extraordinary feats against the odds. This article argues that while resilience is…
This article challenges women leaders to move beyond merely securing a seat at the table and instead focus on how they use their influence to foster collaboration, amplify…
South Africa celebrates Women's Day, but for many, the reality is far from the promise of a life free from violence and discrimination. This article critically examines the gap…
The 'Portraits of Power' exhibition has officially opened at the historic Union Buildings in Pretoria, honouring women who have made significant contributions globally. Hosted by…
The 1956 Women's March against apartheid pass laws was a pivotal moment for South African women. Decades later, the fight for true gender equality and economic inclusion remains…
South Africa has become good at counting women in leadership. We count how many women sit on boards, how many occupy executive positions and how many have entered senior…
Seventy years after the historic Women's March, South Africa reflects on progress while confronting the ongoing challenges faced by young women today, from healthcare access and…
ANC second deputy secretary-general Nomvula Mokonyane describes being a female leader in politics as "a struggle within a struggle," emphasizing the many battles women face and…
Women's Day holds deep significance for influential South African women who have shaped the country's political, business, and academic landscapes. It's a day to remember those…
Thandi Orleyn, president of the IWFSA, highlights how young South African women in 2026 are better positioned for career success than their predecessors, thanks to robust support…
A quiet revolution has unfolded in South African sports broadcasting, where a remarkable group of pioneering women have claimed their space with knowledge, poise, and…
The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) should be a celebration of skill, resilience and the growing power of women’s football across the African continent. Instead, recent…
The author reflects on a high school incident that highlights a deeper issue: why many black boys in South Africa are disengaged from the education system. With matric results…
For eight decades, the UN has championed equality, yet its highest office has remained closed to women. This article argues that the next UN Secretary-General must be a woman to…
