As South Africa joins the global community in observing International Women’s Day today, government has called on citizens to take an active role in dismantling the attitudes and behaviours that enable violence against women and children.

ARISE News honours 100 African women leaders on International Women’s Day, celebrating impact across governance, business, science, and culture.

Join us this International Women’s Day as we explore three powerful books that illuminate the struggles and victories of South African women.

To mark International Women’s Day 2026, KFC is paying tribute to 55 African women from 22 countries who demonstrate the power of giving without recognition, resources or fanfare.

On International Women’s Day, this is a call for the South African research community to value increased visibility of women in science leadership, not just science in