Gender-Based Violence Awareness

Makeup Artist Adds Her Voice and Creativity in Activism Against GBV

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyNovember 17, 2025November 17, 2025 928 0

A self-taught Durban makeup artist channelled the unsettling reality of gender-based violence into breathtaking body art, sparking vital conversation and inspiring a nation to confront the crisis.   Durban, South Africa…

The Power of Purple: Women for Change Petition Surpasses 900,000 Signatures!

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyNovember 12, 2025December 2, 2025 4,436 0

Sparked by a sea of purple profile pictures and an inspiring wave of activism, South Africans have united to champion the Women for Change petition, which has successfully surged past…

How to Turn Your Profile Picture Purple to Support the Fight Against GBV

by Savanna Douglas @GoodThingsGuyNovember 11, 2025December 2, 2025 50,913 0

Across South Africa this week, social media has turned purple in a show of solidarity. Thousands of people have changed their profile pictures to represent strength, justice and remembrance for…

South Africans Unite in Purple to Stand Against GBV

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_November 10, 2025December 2, 2025 7,608 0

Across South Africa, social media feeds and iconic landmarks have turned purple in a striking show of solidarity.   South Africa (10 November 2025) – Across South Africa, landmarks and…

Students Unite to Shatter GBV Norms and Raise Funds for POWA

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 10, 2025September 10, 2025 1,128 0

In an inspiring display of purpose and passion, a group of third-year Public Relations students took a stand against the scourge of gender-based violence through a powerful campaign that raised…

Wisdom Mudau’s Intense 327km Journey Shines a Light on Silent Struggles

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 1, 2025November 24, 2025 529 0

Over eight days, a Limpopo runner, Wisdom Mudau, pushed through immense physical discomfort to raise awareness and funds for those battling mental health issues, chronic illnesses, and gender-based violence.  …

SPAR Women’s Challenge Supports Education and Fight Against GBV

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_August 28, 2025November 24, 2025 622 0

Ubuntu Pathways and LifeLine South Africa are to benefit from this year’s SPAR Women’s Challenge in Gqeberha.   Gqeberha, South Africa (28 August 2025) – Ubuntu Pathways, an organisation that…

“Be a Mandla”: A Stranger’s Choice That Saved a Life!

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMay 30, 2025November 24, 2025 2,197 0

She was minutes away from becoming another name on a heartbreaking list. But thanks to a stranger named Mandla, Andrussa Goliath’s story became one of survival instead of sorrow.  …

Walk in Heels Event Saw Men Stand Against GBV

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMarch 12, 2025November 24, 2025 729 0

Men united in Durbanville in heels to stand against gender-based violence in an act of solidarity and fundraising.   Durbanville, South Africa (12 March 2025) — On Saturday, the world…

“Amazing Race” Teams Aid Human Trafficking Survivors in South Africa

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyJanuary 29, 2025November 24, 2025 515 0

Eight corporate teams recently embarked on a local “Amazing Race” to support The Domino Foundation’s fight against human trafficking in South Africa.   Durban, South Africa (28 January 2025) –…