Latest News & Developments
equality
New children’s book highlights challenges and strength in living with albinism
Zizi’s World: Through Her Vanilla Eyes follows Zizi, a confident young girl with albinism who, after moving to a big city and starting primary school, faces challenges when she realizes few people look like her and some classmates are unkind. With her parents’ support, she learns to embrace her uniqueness with pride. The book gently addresses misconceptions about albinism, promotes empathy, and encourages children to celebrate diversity and self-acceptance. Designed for children aged 4–12, it highlights themes of belonging, resilience, and kindness in a South African setting.
MK Party to introduce private legislative bill to clarify section 235 of the Constitution
The MK Party plans to propose a bill clarifying the constitutional right to self-determination, arguing that communities like Kleinfontein and Orania misuse this right to promote racial exclusion.
Feeding the Nation: A Klein Karoo Call to Action for Food Justice
At the Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees (KKNK), discussions on food justice reveal a painful contradiction in South Africa: despite producing enough food, millions still suffer from hunger, says the writer
The quiet struggle: being LGBTQ in family and faith spaces
"Faith and tradition do not have to be enemies of queerness"
Commission for Gender Equality appointments face ConCourt scrutiny
Corruption Watch challenges the legitimacy of recent Commission for Gender Equality appointments, citing lack of public participation in the selection process. Constitutional Court hears arguments as commissioners plead personal circumstances.
Will South African men be allowed to take their wives' surnames? ConCourt to decide
The South African Constitutional Court is set to address a significant change in marriage laws, potentially allowing men to adopt their wives' surnames, challenging long-standing patriarchal traditions.
Theatre that matters: must-see Jozi productions addressing gender-based violence, racism, and politics
Discover the compelling narratives of gender activism and social justice in March's theatre productions, including 'Molly Street', 'You Strike a Woman, You Strike a Rock', and 'My Children, My Africa'.
Natal Indian Congress marks 130 years of fighting for freedom and equality
“The observation was made that no account of South African history could be complete or credible without inclusion of the contribution of the NIC," the Natal Indian Congress noted in wrapping up its 130 anniversary celebrations.