Nana Magomola
Discover the inspiring profile of IWFSA member Nana Magomola. Learn about her journey from nursing to law, and her quiet legacy of empowering women leaders.
General Riah Phiyega (ret)
General Riah Phiyega (ret) reflects on a life shaped by service, family, faith, resilience and the belief that women must see, recognise and affirm one another. At heart, a woman of service, strength and deep humanity. Guided by integrity, service for others before self, and excellence. Bashumi! When invited to introduce herself beyond titles and
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SONA speech on GBVF underscores the need for coordinated, sustained and nationwide action
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2026 SONA speech on Gender Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) sends an important signal that the government recognises that a sustained political was essential for meaningful change, including stronger conviction rates to shift social norms and eliminate harmful practices. The IWFSA recognises that this declaration, made under Section 23 of the Disaster
IWFSA welcomes SONA speech that GBVF needs a coordinated and united action
The International Women’s’ Forum of South Africa (IWFSA) welcomes President Cyril Ramaphosa’ reiteration during his 2026 State of the Nation Address that Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) is not a private or isolated matter, but a coordinated united action. The IWFSA, which facilitated the formation of the GBVF Response Fund1 four years ago, acknowledges that
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