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Sonke Gender Justice laments the surge in cases of violence against children in South Africa. The recent reports of child sexual assault cases in the country highlight a disturbing phenomenon that demands urgent intervention and systematic and structural reform. In …
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Now available on iOS and Android, the GenG Engage App is here to empower communities to combat Gender based violence. In a bold and groundbreaking step towards ending gender-based violence and femicide in South Africa, the Generation Gender programme, also known as GenG, officially launched a pioneering mobile application on 4th April 2025, designed …
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The Gqeberha high court have found Nigerian televangelist pastor Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho, not guilty of 32 charges including rape, sexual assault and human trafficking.In her ruling judge Irma Schoeman said the state had …
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The Gqeberha high court have found Nigerian televangelist pastor Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho, not guilty of 32 charges including rape, sexual assault and human trafficking. In her ruling judge Irma Schoeman said the state …
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Sonke Gender Justice laments the surge in cases of violence against children in South Africa. The recent reports of child sexual assault cases in the country highlight a disturbing phenomenon that demands urgent intervention and systematic and structural reform. In …
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In 2023, the United Nations issued a statement that urged traditional leadership to play a role in fighting gender-based violence. The statement reiterated that “As symbols of unity and tolerance, traditional leaders are part of the authorities best placed to …
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The “Masoyise uxhatshazo olusekezwe kwisini ingakumbi amanina nabantwana!”- Let us overcome Gender-Based Violence, especially towards Women and Children, project implementation continues in South Africa’s Eastern Cape communities. The project, supported by donor KNH, is based in the Nelson Mandela Bay …
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MenEngage Africa joined the rest of the world in commemorating the International 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, an annual campaign running from November 25th-the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women to December 10th-Human Rights Day. …
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Sonke Gender Justice launched the annual #GBVNotMyHeritage campaign under Generation Gender programme, a bold initiative against the normalisation of Gender-based Violence, so deeply rooted in the cultural and religious fabric of South Africa. The in-person campaign was conducted from September …
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Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but also a necessary foundation for sustainable peace and security. In conflict-affected regions around the world, women often bear the brunt of violence and displacement, yet they are frequently excluded from …
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“I express my deepest appreciation to the coordinators and sponsors of the gender, peace and security program allowing me to attend this prestigious event. I feel ‘empowered’ to continue with my community of practice applying the learnings to influence visible …
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Gat’Pany Wauy is a fellow of MATI 2024. He shared the state of conflict in his country, South Sudan and gained interest at localizing the lessons gained from the training to promote peace and social cohesion in his community. He …
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Sonke is currently implementing a project in South Africa’s Northern Cape province, particularly in Platfontein, to prevent Gender-based violence and femicide as well as the spread of HIV/Aids. Scaling up on Sonke’s interventions in South Africa, this three year project …
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Sonke joins the globe to mark the 16 days of activism against Gender Based Violence, this year under the theme “Towards 30 years of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action: UNITE to end violence against women and girls”. A …
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Donald Trump has been recruited for the second time by the American people to lead the American government for the next four years. Based on preceding experiences of a Trump led government and campaign speeches, there is a significant threat …
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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 …
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