MenEngage Africa calls upon its partners in civil society and government to prioritise promoting and protecting women’s rights
This Women’s Day, MenEngage Africa renews its call for a just and sustainable future for all.
Women and Water: a panel discussion and community dialogue
Sonke is holding a panel discussion and community dialogue to explore the relationship between gender and water in the context of Cape Town.
Sonke opposes the Global Gag Rule – Our principles are not for sale
The Global Gag Rule instituted by Donald Trump a year ago “prohibits U.S. global health assistance from being provided to foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that perform abortion in cases other than a threat to the life of the woman, rape or incest; provide counseling (including advice or information) and/or referral for abortion; or lobby to make abortion […]
Sonke Gender Justice deeply disappointed by cabinet reshuffle which shows disregard for women’s rights in South Africa
Sonke is deeply disappointed by the cabinet reshuffle. On the evening of 26 February 2018, South Africa’s new President Cyril Ramaphosa undermined our confidence. “Placing former Social Development Minister and ANC Women’s League President, Bathabile Dlamini in the position of Women’s Minister, only further reveals the ANC’s disdain for women’s rights in this country,” says […]
Second MenEngage Africa Symposium
Maputo, 23 to 27 April 2018 Partnerships for Gender Justice in Africa On behalf of MenEngage Africa, Rede HOPEM and the Eduardo Mondlane University Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (UEM-FLCS), are more than delighted to invite you to submit abstracts, attend and register for the Second MenEngage Africa Symposium, it’s largest flagship event, to […]
Applications open for groundbreaking UCLA Law-Sonke Health & Human Rights Fellowship
Apply to receive a full-tuition grant to enroll in the UCLA’s LL.M program as a UCLA Law-Sonke Fellow.
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 scoops two awards in 2017 for work to advance human rights
Sonke recognised for prison reform work and work to further human rights in South Africa, the region and around the world
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.
NO to XeNOphobia – holding our leaders accountable
On 14 July 2017, the Deputy Minister of Police, Bongani Mkongi, made xenophobic statements while visiting Hillbrow Police Station in Johannesburg. Among other things, he accused foreign nationals of economic sabotage and made the following statements “We fought for this country, not only for us but for generations of South Africans to live in harmony in […]
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
Residents of Gugulethu demand safety in our community
A memorandum from Gugulethu residents, Sonke Gender Justice and partners.
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.
Why FGM is not just a women’s issue
Helping attendees at the 10th Annual Conference on Women’s Rights understand the role of men and boys in eliminating FGM.
Pan African Parliament Women’s Conference questions role of parliamentarians in ending Female Genital Mutilation
Conference co-organised by Pan African Parliament, MenEngage Africa, Sonke and the UNFPA aims to accelerate the fight against FGM across Africa.
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.
Five Days of Violence Prevention Conference, 2-6 October 2017
Sonke and partners will be hosting the second “Five Days of Violence Prevention” conference this October in Newtown, Johannesburg.
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.
