OPINION: Government is answering President Ramaphosa's call to end gender-based violence | mirriamp
We should report all allegations of gender-based violence and sexual harassment so they can be investigated by the relevant authorities. Turning a blind eye is not good enough, writesGiven our history of inequality under apartheid, the importance of having access to justice and protection of human rights cannot be overemphasised. We come from a past where the justice system was not accessible to most South Africans.
There is no doubt that government has over the past 25 years succeeded in ensuring that access to justice becomes a reality to all South Africans. Our successes include the establishment and funding of a legal aid board which ensures that the poor have access to legal representation. Furthermore, we continue to bring justice services closer to the people by building more courts across the country.
The signing of this declaration by President Ramaphosa affirms government's commitment to fight gender-based violence together with all social partners. The truth is victims of sexual offences have special needs and sexual offences courts provide specialised victim-support services such as court preparations and intermediaries who deal with children or other vulnerable witnesses in a sensitive manner.
Some of these successes would not have been possible without the assistance of victims and witnesses who came forward with information that brought perpetrators to book. South Africans are encouraged to support witnesses and ensure that they are empowered to speak up.
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