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Social norms about gender on South African Twitter

This report offers an initial exploration into the perception and maintenance of gendered social norms in the South African context on X (formerly Twitter). The report explores norms related to masculinity, femininity as well as the LGBTQIA+ community. Our findings suggest further exploration into each individual ‘category’ is necessary, with preliminary insight indicating that Masculine …

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Gender-Based Violence and Misogyny Social Media Analytics and Narrative Update in South Africa

The second in a series of factsheets concerning Gender-Based Violence and Misogyny analysed social media data from June 1 – 30 August. The report examines prominent topics and influential accounts in the conversation. Two key events in July and August 2024 concerned the Rapex device and Miss South Africa conversation. Additionally, the CABC found concerning …

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Daily Maverick: What South Africans need from political leaders – Courage and commitment to peace

he May 2024 elections that caused a seismic shift in power may leave the impression that there is very little South Africans agree on. Yet, the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation found that in 2023, 77% of South Africans, across race and class, believe there is more that unites us than keeps us apart. Read …

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iono.fm: Democratic participation, civic education and the GNU

In this episode, Associate Professor Camaren Peter, Executive Director at the CABC sits down with Wellington Radu, who is the Regional Head of Programs for Southern Africa at Futurelect, to reflect on this year’s elections. Topics of conversation include encouraging democratic participation, particularly among the youth, and the role social media played in the elections. …

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Media update: Sesame Workshop Launches ‘Bond Through Play’ Campaign

Takalani Sesame has launched its ‘Bond Through Play’ campaign, which aims to encourage fathers to bond with their children. The Sesame Workshop launched the campaign using research findings to build appropriate content to engage fathers in South Africa. It encourages them to embrace play, challenge harmful gender stereotypes and adopt positive parenting practices. Read full …

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