August 9 celebrates women’s role in South African society
Source: SABC News
Women’s Day in South Africa marks the day that thousands of women from across the country took part in a mass march against apartheid pass laws in 1956. It also honours the role of women in society.
While there has been progress in terms of women representation in almost every field from commerce to aviation, sport and government, millions more are still living in extreme poverty and face daily struggles of unemployment, gender based violence and abuse.
Click here to read the full article published by SABC News 9 August 2023.
Women’s Day in South Africa marks the day that thousands of women from across the country took part in a mass march against apartheid pass laws in 1956. It also honours the role of women in society.
While there has been progress in terms of women representation in almost every field from commerce to aviation, sport and government, millions more are still living in extreme poverty and face daily struggles of unemployment, gender based violence and abuse.
Click here to read the full article published by SABC News 9 August 2023.