Ekurhuleni DA mayoral candidate calls for urgent action against GBV
Women’s Day should not only be about celebrating women, but about confronting the conditions that continue to threaten their safety and dignity.
Ekurhuleni DA mayoral candidate Khathutshelo Rasilingwane marked Women’s Day with a silent protest at Gillooly’s Interchange, turning a day traditionally associated with celebration into a call for urgent action against gender-based violence.
Standing alongside fellow protesters, Rasilingwane said the protest was a message that “enough is enough” in the face of the violence, abuse and fear experienced by women across South Africa. While Women’s Day is often marked by celebrations honouring women’s achievements and contributions to society, this protest highlighted the harsh reality facing many women who continue to live with the threat of gender-based violence and feeling unsafe,” said Rasilingwane.
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The protest was held in solidarity with victims and survivors of abuse and to demand stronger, meaningful action to protect women and hold perpetrators accountable.
She said women cannot be considered truly celebrated while many continue to live in fear in their homes, communities and public spaces.
“Enough is enough, is the central message of the silent protest, with the demonstration calling for a society where women are safe, protected and able to live without fear,” said Khathu.
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The protest also honoured women who have lost their lives to gender-based violence and reminded communities that the fight against abuse cannot be limited to commemorative days.
The message from the protest was clear: Women’s Day should not only be about celebrating women, but about confronting the conditions that continue to threaten their safety and dignity.
