In October 2022, Limpopo hosted its provincial summit on GBVF, with 500 delegates from government, civil society, and faith-based organisations coming together to address key issues in the province. According to recent data from Statistics South Africa, over 45% of households in Limpopo are female-headed, with nearly 40% of women unemployed and many experiencing food insecurity. The summit highlighted alarming increases in GBVF-related crimes, including a 7.2% rise in assaults on women and a 12.8% rise in rapes between 2021 and 2022. The report outlines efforts in awareness campaigns, victim empowerment, and key gaps such as the lack of funding and coordination between stakeholders. Key recommendations for the national summit include strengthening accountability, accelerating funding for civil society organisations, and amplifying efforts through better collaboration across sectors. The report stresses the importance of addressing patriarchy, engaging men and boys in gender equality, and providing economic opportunities for women to help prevent GBVF.
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2022
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