This therefore necessitated the Commission to conduct engagements with provincial governments, community members and other stakeholders to raise awareness about the malpractice of the phenomenon of ukuthwala/funelani nganeno which is masqueraded as a cultural practice. The abuse of the practice is a grave violation of children’s rights, and various sections of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act.

The engagements are envisaged to be held as follows:

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For further information contact SAHRC Mpumalanga Provincial Office Manager, Eric Mokonyama on 013 752 5890 / 073 585 5944.