Gender-Based Violence and Femicide GBVF dominated Wednesdays oral question session of the Peace and Security Cluster, as MPs pressed ministers on governments response to the countrys worsening GBV crisis.
MPs raised concerns about the protection of victims, delays in justice processes, and allegations that police are failing to respond timeously when women seek help.
Democratic Alliance DA MP Glynnis Breytenbach questioned the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi on governments commitments in the fight against gender-based violence and femicide, asking whether the promises made through the National Strategic Plan are translating into real protection on the ground.
