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Civil society organisations disappointed by failure of Ministry of Police to respond to SAHRC regarding xenophobic statements made by Deputy Minister Mkongi
We call on the Ministry of Police to respond to the SAHRC’s letter with urgency, and no later than 31 January 2018
Sonke releases 10 year anniversary video and latest Annual Report on heels of important human rights achievements
Celebrating a decade of working to advance gender justice in South Africa and the region.
Sonke Gender Justice welcomes UNAIDS World AIDS Day report on the urgent need to reach men and boys with HIV services
Sonke calls on governments around the world and especially in Southern and Eastern Africa, to act on the recommendations contained in the report.
Sonke welcomes passing of Labour Laws Amendment Bill as landmark achievement for all parents in South Africa
Sonke welcomes the acceptance of the Labour Laws Amendment Bill by the National Assembly on Tuesday 28 November 2017
Sonke reiterates call for Mduduzi Manana’s removal from parliament
Sonke notes with grave concern that Mr Manana continues to serve as a member of parliament. The lack of sanction this represents is inconsistent with Government’s stated commitments to end violence against women.
Sonke stands by the women who accused Danny Jordaan of rape and call for him to be held accountable
Sonke calls for Jordaan to be suspended from the ANC and as SAFA president with immediate effect.
Victory for child rights and violence prevention in South Africa as defence of reasonable chastisement ruled out of line with Constitution
The South Gauteng High Court has ruled that parents charged with hitting their children will no longer be able to raise a special defence.
Sonke calls for apology and retraction from King Goodwill Zwelithini regarding recent comments on corporal punishment
Calling for a renewed commitment from the Department of Basic Education to implement the National Protocol on Corporal Punishment in Schools.
“We must have zero tolerance for all forms of violence”
Outlining the necessity of the Five Days of Violence Prevention Conference.
Sonke calls for apology and retraction from Adv Mpumlwana for his defence of Grace Mugabe’s use of violence
Sonke argues against Advocate Loyiso Mpumlwana’s suggestion that African culture allows for beatings.
Sonke condemns KFC assault and calls for the challenges of racism, violence and toxic masculinities to be addressed
In the aftermath of the violent incident at Spur this year, we are once more confronted by an incident of racism and violence.
Sonke calls for immediate suspension of Deputy Minister Manana following incident of gender-based violence
It is an affront to South Africa that one of the very individuals elected to be a leader in this democracy could perpetuate such violence, and in particular, against women.
Civil society organisations recognise government’s efforts in reducing overcrowding in Pollsmoor Remand
Civil society organisations recognise government’s efforts in reducing overcrowding in Pollsmoor Remand Detention Facility from 252% to 149% in six months.
Sonke Gender Justice mourns the loss of AIDS activist Prudence Mabele
Today Sonke Gender Justice pays its respects to Prudence Mabele, a fallen giant of the global AIDS movement.
#ArudiShuleni: Joint Statement by a coalition of civil society organisations on re-entry to school for girls after they have given birth
Civil society representatives, parents, citizens and community members all speak out to defend the rights of Tanzania’s young girls.
Civil society calls on SA Government to support resolutions addressing violence and discrimination against women before the UNHRC
Now more than ever we need clear and unequivocal action to advance women’s rights and to end violence against women and all forms of discrimination.
Men taking on 50 percent of the world’s childcare and domestic work requires global goal and immediate action
75 years is too long to wait for gender equality in paid and unpaid work, reveals new global report on fatherhood.
MenEngage Africa mourns the death of UNFPA chief
Expressing gratitude to the late Dr Babatunde Osotimehin for his leadership and contributions toward gender equality.
Sonke rejects the SA Law Reform Commission’s recommendations for continued criminalisation of sex work
The recommendation for on-going criminalisation of sex work is not based on evidence and does not respect sex workers’ human rights.
Sonke demands government heeds its call for a national strategic plan on gender-based violence
Following the deaths of Karabo Mokoena and Nosipho Mandleleni, Sonke renews its demand for a comprehensive NSPGBV.
Sonke Gender Justice welcomes sentencing of Patrick Wisani in sjambok murder case
Sonke continues its call on government to address causes of domestic and sexual violence.
Sonke Gender Justice denounces President Zuma’s cabinet reshuffle in the strongest terms possible
Sonke registers deep concern about the cabinet reshuffle announced by President Zuma just after midnight last night.
Sonke and SANTACO call on government to take swift action to ensure safety of women in the taxi industry
Sonke Gender Justice and the South African National Taxi Council call on government to take swift action to ensure safety of women in the taxi industry.