The Gauteng Community Safety Department recently hosted an anti-gender-based violence awareness campaign in KwaThema, Ekurhuleni. The campaign aimed to encourage families to support therapy for loved ones with anger issues or personal trauma. This initiative follows the discovery of women's bodies around the municipality. The department emphasized the importance of addressing these issues to prevent further incidents.
The awareness campaign targeted men, urging them to advocate for the protection of women and children. Acting department head Mmemme Makane-Sibanda stressed the role of men in addressing abusive behavior within their families. She encouraged men to intervene when they notice abusive tendencies in their sons or other family members.
According to Makane-Sibanda, therapy and rehabilitation programs are available for abusers. She emphasized that it's possible for someone who is abusive to change, but they must seek help. The department is working to ensure that these programs are accessible and effective in addressing the root causes of gender-based violence.
The campaign in KwaThema is part of a broader effort to address gender-based violence in Gauteng. The community has been calling for increased police visibility in the area, highlighting the need for a multi-faceted approach to addressing crime and violence. Residents have expressed concerns about the safety of women and children in the area.
The issue of gender-based violence is a pressing concern in South Africa. Hundreds of women gathered at the Union Building lawns in Pretoria on 21 November 2025 to protest against gender-based violence. The protest highlighted the need for collective action to address this issue and ensure the safety of women and children.
The Gauteng Community Safety Department's initiative has been welcomed by residents and stakeholders. However, concerns have been raised about the allocation and usage of anti-gender-based violence funds by government departments. There have been calls for greater transparency and accountability in the use of these funds.
The department's efforts to address gender-based violence are ongoing. The campaign in KwaThema is part of a larger strategy to engage with communities and promote a culture of respect and protection for women and children. Key initiatives include encouraging families to support therapy for those with anger issues and promoting community involvement in addressing these issues.
Key points
- Gauteng's Community Safety Department urges families to encourage therapy for loved ones with anger issues.
- The department hosted an anti-gender-based violence awareness campaign in KwaThema, Ekurhuleni.
- The campaign targeted men, urging them to advocate for the protection of women and children.
