Times Of Swaziland: LET’S FIGHT FOR JUSTICE, EQUALITY

LET’S FIGHT FOR JUSTICE, EQUALITY
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Editor on 01/11/2024 11:35:00


Sir,
I am writing to express my outrage and despair over the recent spate of
gender-based violence in our country, which has claimed yet another innocent
life. A young woman, who was supposed to be protected and cherished by the man
she loved, was instead brutally killed by him.
This tragic incident is yet another example of the heinous acts of violence
against women that are all too common in our society. It is imperative that we,
as a community, come together to demand change. Women should not have to live in
fear of violence at the hands of those who are supposed to love and protect
them. It is time for us to break the cycle of violence and inequality that
perpetuates these horrific crimes. We must all take a stand against gender-based
violence. This means speaking out against harmful attitudes and behaviours
towards women, supporting survivors, and holding perpetrators accountable for
their actions. We cannot allow these crimes to continue. We must come together
and say, ‘Enough is enough.’
Moreover, we must work to create a culture of respect and equality for women in
all aspects of society. This means promoting women’s leadership and
participation in politics, economics, and social life, as well as challenging
harmful stereotypes and norms that perpetuate gender inequality. Let us not
forget the young women whose lives were tragically cut short by gender-based
violence.
Honour
They deserve justice and we must honour their memory by creating a society where
women are safe, respected and valued. I implore all members of our community to
take action against gender-based violence. In closing, I would like to call on
our leaders, policymakers, and community members to take this issue seriously.
We must invest in preventative measures, support survivors, and ensure that
perpetrators are brought to justice.
Only then can we begin to create a society where women are truly safe,
respected, and valued. Let us unite in our efforts to end gender-based violence
and build a better future for women and girls. In memory of the women who have
lost their lives to gender-based violence, let us pledge to work together toward
a safer, more just world. Let us say their names and honour their lives by
committing ourselves to the fight against gender-based violence.
Change
We owe it to them and to ourselves, to create a society where women can live
without fear of violence and discrimination. Let us take a stand and say, ‘Not
one more woman. Not one more life lost to gender-based violence.’ In
conclusion, the recent incidents of gender-based violence in our region are
tragic reminders of the urgent need for change.
We must all work together to address the root causes of violence against women
and create a society where women are respected, safe, and empowered.
Let us honour the memory of the women who have lost their lives to violence by
committing ourselves to the fight for justice and equality. Together, we can
build a brighter future for women and girls in our community and beyond.
Sithembiso Nene