In a world striving for equality and justice, there remains a grim reality for many women trapped in abusive relationships. In South Africa, where gender-based violence rates are among the highest globally, a particular tragedy unfolds: women who kill their abusers in acts of survival are often criminalized instead of protected. This complex issue exposes […]
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Women’s Month 2016: Child marriages in South Africa
15
Aug
Aug
Child marriage affects girls in more ways than one. They are neither physically nor emotionally ready to become wives and mothers at the age that they get married. Child marriage results in girls being disempowered, dependent on their husbands and deprived of their fundamental rights to health, education and safety. The health of a child […]
Criminal Offences, Equality and Non-discrimination, Gender Rights
When your Kitchen Appliance becomes a Dangerous Weapon: Domestic Violence and the Dangerous Weapons Act
09
Dec
Dec
In September 2012, Ms. M. and her partner became embroiled in a verbal argument that very quickly spiralled out of control. It escalated when he threw the warm hotplate stove at her. In the same year, Ms. S. reported her husband for hitting her in the face with a teacup. In many households in South […]