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From Reflection to Action: Human Rights in Practice

From Reflection to Action: Human Rights in Practice

Human Rights Month in South Africa is not only a commemoration of the past it is a reminder of the ongoing obligation to protect and realise the rights of all people, as enshrined in the Constitution.

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Women’s Economic Justice is a Human Right: A Call to Act This Human Rights Month

Women’s Economic Justice is a Human Right: A Call to Act This Human Rights Month

Every year on Human Rights Day, South Africans remember the sacrifices made for freedom, dignity, and equality. But in 2026, we must ask a difficult question, whose rights are still not fully realised?

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Breaking the Silence: How Women-Led Movements Are Reshaping South Africa

Breaking the Silence: How Women-Led Movements Are Reshaping South Africa

Across South Africa, women-led movements are transforming communities, challenging patriarchal norms, and demanding economic justice. We explore three powerful stories of change.

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On International Women's Day: Gender and Climate Justice Are One Struggle

On International Women's Day: Gender and Climate Justice Are One Struggle

Women in South Africa are disproportionately impacted by climate change — yet they are also leading the most innovative solutions. This Women's Day, we celebrate their leadership.

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Young People Are Not the Future — They Are the Present: YUWM Update

Young People Are Not the Future — They Are the Present: YUWM Update

The Young Urban Women Movement continues to drive remarkable change in South African cities. Here's what the movement has achieved in the past year.

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Budget Justice: Why South Africa's Budget Must Prioritise the Poorest

Budget Justice: Why South Africa's Budget Must Prioritise the Poorest

As the National Budget approaches, ActionAid SA calls on the government to ensure that fiscal decisions serve those who need it most — not the wealthy few.

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