Johannesburg youth took to the streets protesting against gender based violence after the alleged rape of seven-year-old Cwecwe who was raped in the Eastern Cape. They marched to the office of the Gauteng department of education. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Gauteng youth took to the streets of Johannesburg on Tuesday in a powerful protest against gender-based violence.
Their march was fuelled by outrage over the alleged rape of seven-year-old Cwecwe in the Eastern Cape, a tragic incident that highlights the ongoing crisis of violence against women and children.
With posters held high and voices demanding justice, the protesters made their way to the Gauteng department of education, calling for urgent action to protect children and end the cycle of abuse.
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Posters raised, voices louder. The youth of Gauteng took to the streets, demanding justice for seven-year-old Cwecwe and an end to gender-based violence. (Thapelo Morebudi)
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. The youth of Gauteng marched through the streets of Johannesburg, calling for urgent action against GBV. No child should suffer like Cwecwe did. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Justice for Cwecwe. Young people are standing up against gender-based violence, marching to the Gauteng department of education to demand accountability. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Young voices, big impact. The youth of Gauteng took to the streets, protesting the rape of 7-year-old Cwecwe in the Eastern Cape. Their message is clear: #EndGBV (Thapelo Morebudi)
Children deserve safety, not violence. The youth of Gauteng marched today, demanding that the government take real action to protect young lives. (Thapelo Morebudi)
We will NOT be silent. Protesters stormed the streets of Johannesburg today, marching to the Gauteng Department of Education to demand urgent intervention on GBV. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Justice delayed is justice denied. The youth of Gauteng are demanding answers and accountability following the brutal rape of 7-year-old Cwecwe. (Thapelo Morebudi)
From the Eastern Cape to Gauteng—our fight is national. The streets of Johannesburg were filled with protesters demanding justice for Cwecwe and action against gender-based violence. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Not one more. Marching through Johannesburg, young activists are calling for stronger protections for children and real action against GBV. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Action, not promises. The youth of Gauteng are taking a stand against GBV, ensuring Cwecwe’s story is not forgotten. (Thapelo Morebudi)
We march because we care. Posters high, voices loud—the youth of Gauteng demand an end to gender-based violence and justice for 7-year-old Cwecwe. (Thapelo Morebudi)
The alleged rape of a seven-year-old girl in the Eastern Cape and how the SAPS has handled the case has sparked outrage. The youth of Gauteng marched to demand justice. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Rise up. Speak out. Take action. The streets of Johannesburg echoed with demands for justice as young protesters called for an end to GBV. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Enough is enough. Marching through Johannesburg, youth activists demanded urgent action from the government following the horrific rape of 7-year-old Cwecwe (Thapelo Morebudi)
The youth of Gauteng took to the streets last week protesting against gender-based violence, particularly the rape of a seven-year-old in the Easten Cape last year. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Action, not promises. The youth of Gauteng are taking a stand against GBV, ensuring Cwecwe’s story is not forgotten. (Thapelo Morebudi)
An East London woman was allegedly assaulted by her partner at his workplace. He later took her to hospital and she died shortly after he visited her a few days later. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Action, not promises. The youth of Gauteng are taking a stand against GBV, ensuring Cwecwe’s story is not forgotten. (Thapelo Morebudi)
Action, not promises. The youth of Gauteng are taking a stand against GBV, ensuring Cwecwe’s story is not forgotten. (Thapelo Morebudi)
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