South Africa’s National Men’s Forum Highlights Gender-Based Violence

South Africa’s National Men’s Forum Highlights Gender-Based Violence

South Africa's National Men’s Forum says the country remains a violent nation as a result of gender-based violence. Speaking to eNCA, the organisation's Tebogo Lerole says engaging men is key to reducing gender-based violence and femicide. Lerole recognised the community's collective role in fostering the eradicating of GBV and called on men to take accountability:

December 20, 2024 5

South Africa

SA expects over 6 million border crossings this festive season

South Africa’s Border Management Authority expects over six million border crossings this festive season. Commissioner Michael Masiapato said they plan to combat cross-border crime and illegal immigration while warning about potential gender-based violence at borders. Masiapato says Home Affairs has also extended operating hours at select ports to ease congestion.

December 2, 2024 10

Namibia

GBV remains ‘societal cancer’ in Namibia

Despite various interventions and the ongoing 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, GBV remains a major problem in Namibia and is often called a societal cancer. Gender and Human Rights Activist Charlemaine Husselmann.

December 2, 2024 16

South Africa

Western Cape DA Urges Year-Round Action Against GBV

The DA in the Western Cape has emphasised the need for 365 days of action against gender-based violence as 16 Days of Activism begins. DA provincial social development spokesperson, Wendy Kaizer-Philander calls for systemic measures highlighting the province’s investment in safe homes and community partnerships, urging all sectors to prioritise sustained interventions to protect women and children:

November 26, 2024 13

Namibia

Men Stand Against GBV in Unique Cook-Off Competition

In a bold move to tackle gender-based violence, UN Namibia is hosting a Men's Cook-Off competition on November 22nd, as part of the global 16 Days of Activism. The event, to be held at the UN House in Windhoek, brings together men from various sectors to cook for a cause—advocating for gender equality. The competition marks the launch of a new partnership aimed at raising awareness and inspiring action […]

November 20, 2024 8

Local

LAC Project Through EU Funding Promotes and Protects the Rights of Marginalized San Communities

VERGENOEG/GOBABIS, OMAHEKE REGION – The Legal Assistance Centre (LAC), with support from the European Union (EU), is proud to announce the commencement of a five-day field-based paralegal training programme aimed at empowering San communities across Namibia through legal capacity building and promoting community safety. This training, scheduled for November 19–23, 2024, in Gobabis and Vergenoeg in the Omaheke Region, is part of a series of interventions coordinated by LAC to […]

November 20, 2024 4

World

UN report accuses Israel of targeting Gaza’s healthcare

The Chairperson of the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem and Israel, presented the commission's latest investigative report to the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, 31 October 2024. Navi Pillay and her team, appointed by the UN Human Rights Council, determined that Israel has implemented a policy aimed at destroying Gaza's healthcare system as part of a larger offensive, committing war crimes, […]

October 31, 2024 30

South Africa

GOOD Party in S.A is demanding a zero-tolerance approach On Chris Brown’s entry

The GOOD Party in S.A is demanding a zero-tolerance approach regarding United States artist Chris Brown's entry into South Africa. They urged Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber to declare him undesirable, given his criminal conviction for assaulting Rihanna, which has resulted in bans from the UK, Canada, and potential refusals in Australia and New Zealand. The party’s Kaden Arguile urges the government to take action that aligns with its […]

October 25, 2024 26

South Africa

South Africa’s Cabinet Urges Men to Sign President Ramaphosa’s Pledge Against Gender-Based Violence

South Africa's Cabinet is urging men to sign president Cyril Ramaphosa's pledge against gender-based violence. This call to action is part of government's ongoing efforts to address and eradicate gender-based violence and femicide. Briefing the media, minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, calls on men to foster a culture of respect and accountability, urging them to actively support initiatives to end violence against women and children:

August 23, 2024 4