The African National Congress Women's League has demanded stricter parole conditions for gender-based violence offenders while threatening to disrupt the G20 Summit if authorities fail to declare femicide a national disaster. Secretary-General Nokuthula Nqaba outlined proposals, including life sentences for convicted perpetrators, denial of bail for accused individuals, and accelerated review of sexual offenses legislation, during a briefing. The organization argues that government responses remain inadequate despite persistent high rates of violence against women and children across the country.
League representatives warned they could mobilize members to halt economic activity if President Cyril Ramaphosa does not act before the international gathering. The group seeks immediate resource allocation for victim protection and enhanced law enforcement preparation to address what officials describe as an ongoing crisis requiring emergency-level intervention.
League representatives warned they could mobilize members to halt economic activity if President Cyril Ramaphosa does not act before the international gathering. The group seeks immediate resource allocation for victim protection and enhanced law enforcement preparation to address what officials describe as an ongoing crisis requiring emergency-level intervention.
