By Thapelo Molefe
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called for bold innovation in the fight against gender-based violence (GBV), urging South Africans to harness the power of technology to protect women and children.
Speaking at the launch of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children campaign in Rustenburg on Monday, Mashatile emphasised that technology could be a game-changer in tackling the scourge.
“From mobile apps to artificial intelligence, technology has the potential to save lives, connect victims to support and hold perpetrators accountable. We must use it to create safe spaces both online and offline,” he declared.
This year’s campaign also focuses on accelerating a gender inclusive digital economy.
Mashatile’s address centred on leveraging digital tools to combat GBV.
He highlighted the success of initiatives like the GBV Command Centre, a 24/7 helpline offering telephonic and digital support, and advocated for the development of real-time
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