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Sonke Gender Justice is outraged to learn that a South African attorney Carel Benjamin Schoeman, who is charged with 26 counts of rape, exploitation of children, human trafficking and kidnapping among others, is still practicing law. Schoeman, who is accused of buying …
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Sonke is deeply saddened to learn of the brutal murder of Eastern Cape’s woman traditional leader mam’Nogcinile Mtirara, who was allegedly assassinated at Mqhekezweni Great Place in the Bityi administrative area, earlier this week. Mtirara was a relative of former …
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This booklet outlines activities that took place over the life of the project and highlights stories of change. We hope by sharing project approaches, insights, and stories of real change, we can contribute to knowledge, learning and inspiration for safer …
Religious and traditional leaders play a crucial role in strengthening the prevention of and response to gender-based violence, as such Sonke Gender Justice and the Bushbuckridge Civil Society Forum urge these fraternities to play an active role in curbing this …
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Sonke Gender Justice recently concluded a three-year project aimed at promoting gender equality in Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Namibia. The Linking Policy and Implementation for Gender Equality project, funded by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA) culminated in a close-out meeting in …
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Sonke Gender Justice extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands for its unwavering support of the Generation G (Gen G) programme. This support, provided under the Power of Voices Partnership subsidy framework, has been …
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Funded by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), the ‘Linking policy and implementation for gender equality’ project is a 3-year project implemented in 3 countries in Africa, namely Malawi, Namibia, and Zimbabwe and each country is unique and different in terms of political, cultural, social …
MenEngage Africa and Sonke Gender Justice are saddened by the death of Ugandan marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who tragically fell victim to domestic violence. The athlete, who recently participated impressively at the 2024 Paris Olympics, succumbed to her injuries inflicted …
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Sonke Gender Justice and MenEngage Africa welcome the historic coming into force of the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Africa. This is a landmark Protocol which is …
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Sonke Gender Justice partnered with Save the Children on the SIDA programme to strengthen the capacity of Civil Society Organisations, CSO’s on implementing Gender Transformative Approaches, GTA for children’s rights and parenting by 2026. The program which now runs from …
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Twenty-five fellows from West, Central, East and Southern Africa are now equipped with knowledge on International Instruments and Frameworks on Human Rights, the Women Peace and Security agenda, skills to identify and deconstruct the structural drivers of conflict as well …
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Alarming gender-based violence and femicide reported cases continue to be a scourge in South Africa, with women and girls bearing the brunt of the violent crimes. Recently, President Cyril Ramaphosa called for men across the country to take a stand …
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South Africa marks Women’s month in August, a campaign whose objective is to recognise and celebrate contributions of women towards societal development and social change. This year the commemoration is under the theme “Celebrating 30 Years of Freedom Towards Women’s …
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South Africa marks Women’s month in August, a campaign whose objective is to recognise and celebrate contributions of women towards societal development and social change. This year the commemoration is under the theme “Celebrating 30 Years of Freedom Towards Women’s …
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Barriers to career advancement, pay disparities, and difficulties balancing work and family responsibilities, are just some of the challenges women are grappling with today. While South Africa is progressive in advancing women, gender inequality persists as women bear the brunt …
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The implementation of the Inkanyezi Project continues in the Amathole East District of the Eastern Cape, as well as the Ehlanzeni District of Mpumalanga Provinces. Through this four-year project, Sonke seeks to use a feminist and human rights-based approach to …
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In the ongoing MenEngage Africa Training Institute session on Gender, Peace, and Security, which started on the 12th of August 2024, discussion have focused on transforming masculinities and engaging men and boys for gender equality and peace, the Women, Peace, …
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South Africa marks Women’s month in August, a campaign whose objective is to recognise and celebrate contributions of women towards societal development and social change. This year the commemoration is under the theme “Celebrating 30 Years of Freedom Towards Women’s Development”, …
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