
Ten months after South Africa declared gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) a national disaster last November, questions are being raised about what has actually changed. According to The South African, one organisation says the milestone came with big promises but that it is now time for an honest conversation about progress made so far. The report examines developments since the declaration and assesses whether the government's commitments have translated into meaningful action.
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