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MACUA’s Regional Izimbizo: the Power of Collective Actions

MACUA’s Regional Izimbizo: the Power of Collective Actions

By Gudani Tshikota The Mining Affected Communities United in Action (MACUA) undertook a courageous step to set up regional izimbizo from marginalised communities across South Africa. This decision came at a pivotal moment when South Africa announced its intention to...

Beneath the Surface: WAMUA Report on GBV with Scathing Findings

Beneath the Surface: WAMUA Report on GBV with Scathing Findings

By Tholakele Thabane On 20 September 2024, the Women Affected by Mining United in Action (WAMUA) launched a groundbreaking report that revealed disturbing patterns about the scourge of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and obstetric violence. The report titled, Women’s...

A Champion for Women’s Rights in the Northern Cape

A Champion for Women’s Rights in the Northern Cape

By Tholakele Thabane Monica Ngcobo, 49, is a traditional healer and the Kagung branch coordinator in Northern Cape. Monica—who has been with MACUA since 2013— is a passionate activist dedicated to fighting for women's rights and marginalised communities. Monica grew...

Bafentswe’s Journey From Church Leadership to Community Activism

Bafentswe’s Journey From Church Leadership to Community Activism

By Senthati Katlego Zasekhaya   Bafentswe Morake, 42, who holds a certificate in retail and wholesale operations and a degree in psychological counselling, is known for being assertive, eager to learn and good at multitasking. She uses both her practical skills...

Unearthing the Truth: Women Experiences from the Mining Frontlines

Unearthing the Truth: Women Experiences from the Mining Frontlines

By Tholakele Thabane  In the rugged world of mining, women are often overlooked and underrepresented. Yet they are deeply impacted by the mining industry's presence in their communities. From the dusty pits to the boardrooms, women in mining face unique challenges and...

A Young Mom’s Fight for Justice After Clinic Negligence

A Young Mom’s Fight for Justice After Clinic Negligence

By Tholakele Thabane Abigail Motshwaedi, 23, is a first-time mother from Westonaria in the West Rand of Gauteng and her birthing journey has been marred with gloominess. It was on 30 March around 9pm when Abigail rushed to the Bekkersdal Clinic as she experienced...