Gender-Based Violence

In November 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa declared gender-based violence and femicide a national disaster in South Africa, following civil society advocacy. The move invokes emergency provisions under the Disaster Management Act to mobilise resources. Analysts from the Institute for Security Studies stress the need for stronger partnerships between government and NGOs to address the crisis effectively.

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In South Africa, alcohol consumption among young people has escalated dramatically, particularly during the 2025 festive season, exacerbating issues like unemployment and gender-based violence. Daily spending on alcohol reached R1-billion at its peak, straining healthcare resources and filling voids left by limited opportunities. Experts call for investments in youth infrastructure to counter this crisis.

As South Africa's 16 Days of Activism approaches, an opinion piece highlights the burnout faced by paralegals, social workers, and counsellors supporting gender-based violence survivors. It calls for building communities of care rather than relying on individual resilience. The author draws from personal experience in the sector to advocate for systemic changes.