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Is justice a reality for GBV survivors in South Africa?

Gender Based Violence, News

At least 150 people rape cases are reported to the police daily in South Africa. According to the Medical Research Council, only one in nine cases are reported, so the real number could be closer to 1500 cases. Of the…

Faith
June 23, 2022

Child abuse: Children demand protection against violence

‘Is being a child a crime?’—Children plea for safety in a violent society

News

South African children have expressed their fear of growing up in a country with high rates of violence. Some are demanding action from the adults tasked with keeping them safe.

Marcia Moyana
March 29, 2021

Sexual offences increased in last quarter of 2020 – crime statistics

News

Most forms of crime registered an increase between October and December 2020, with #GBV-related incidents up 5%.

healthe
February 19, 2021

Child Abuse Education in Simple Language

Keeping your children safe from sexual abuse starts with simple language

News

With sexual offences committed against children on the rise, parents worry constantly about keeping their children safe. One expert suggests starting with uncomplicated messaging at home.

Marcia Moyana
January 13, 2021

Crime statistics: Lockdown saw fewer sexual offences crimes reported

Gender Based Violence

The first quarter of 2020 saw a decrease in sexual offences and contact crimes like murder, showing the effects of lockdown and the alcohol ban, police say.