The demise of apartheid and the accompanying birth of democracy brought hope to many South Africans, particularly women who had been at the intersection of race, power, poverty and gender, among other challenges.
The recognition of women’s right to vote in South Africa resonates with the ethos of International Women’s Day which was observed yesterday.
Similarly, the birth of democracy ignited a spark of hope, promising a more inclusive and equitable society. While the constitution enshrines gender