The event will feature esteemed speakers and panellists, including Professor Thuli Madonsela, former Public Protector and Director at the Centre for Social Justice, Faculty of Law at the Stellenbosch University, government officials, legal experts, civil society leaders, and gender rights advocates who will engage in critical discussions on women’s rights, leadership, gender-based violence, and economic inclusion.

The commemoration of the International Women’s Day is scheduled to take place as follows:

• Date   : Wednesday, 12 March 2025
• Time  : 09:00 AM to 15:00 PM
• Venue : Protea Hotel (24 Schroder Street), Upington

The Commission recognises the importance of commemorating International Women’s Day as part of its commitment to promoting human rights and gender equality. The event aims to foster meaningful dialogue, create awareness, and engage stakeholders to address systemic barriers that hinder gender parity in the Northern Cape province.

Members of the media are encouraged to attend and cover this engagement. There will also be an opportunity for interviews with guests and other key stakeholders.

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Prepared by the Northern Cape Provincial Office of the South African Human Rights Commission.

For further information contact Mr. Uzair Adams, the Provincial Manager, at Tel: 054 332 3993 / Cell: 083 5783 117; Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Mr. Buyisile July, Advocacy and Research Consultant at Tel: 054 332 3993 / Cell: 072 949 7578; Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Ms Nosipho Ntshangase , Human Rights Monitor at Tel: 054 332 3993 / Cell: 084 223 8954; Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.