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The Citizen
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- The Citizen
Chikunga urges stronger GBV fight as stats paint grim picture
The Saps recorded 969 women murdered, over 11 000 rape cases, and nearly 15 000 assault cases involving women. Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has called for a 'more deliberate partnership' between government and the Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Response Fund to combat the ongoing scourge of violence against women. Chikunga delivered these remarks during a recent engagement with the Fund's leadership in Sandton, Johannesburg, where she stressed the urgency of aligning public and private responses. 'Let today mark the beginning of a more deliberate partnership, one rooted in shared responsibility, mutual respect, and an unwavering commitment to justice,' said Chikunga. 'Dire' statistics demand urgent action The minister warned that gender-based violence and femicide remain a national and global crisis. According to Chikunga, between January and March 2025, the South African Police Service (Saps) recorded 969 women murdered, over 11 000 rape cases, and nearly 15 000 assault cases involving women. 'Each of these numbers is a tragedy [and] a call to action,' she said. 'Violence continues where women should feel safest — in homes, workplaces, and places of worship.' Chikunga also drew attention to the plight of women with disabilities, noting that many experience violence without access to justice. 'These are the hidden faces of gender-based violence and femicide.' ALSO READ: 'Declare Limpopo a GBV disaster zone' – ANCWL GBVF Fund praised The GBVF Response Fund, which has reached over 772 000 people nationwide, was lauded for its efforts. However, Chikunga stressed the importance of coordination. 'We believe this is a critical moment to strengthen alignment… to ensure that survivors across all communities are supported with care and dignity.' Fund leadership, including interim CEO Zanele Ngwepe and Board Chairperson Faith Khanyile, joined the engagement with officials from the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities. ALSO READ: Protection orders and police 'failing victims of GBV' National Council reforms in the pipeline Chikunga confirmed that the long-awaited National Council on GBVF will be operational by April 2026 and will anchor implementation of the National Strategic Plan. She also announced the expansion of Thuthuzela Care Centres, a GBVF Dashboard, and 100-Day Challenge models to boost frontline responses. 'This work is not easy. But it is a non-negotiable because there can be no freedom… where women and LGBTQIA+ individuals live in fear,' said Chikunga. She concluded by inviting the Fund to support ongoing legislative efforts, including the Women Empowerment and Gender Equality (WEGE) Bill. NOW READ: Are police winning the war on gender-based violence?
Zawya
12-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ENOC celebrates the successful completion of the first cohort of its accelerators programme
Dubai, UAE: ENOC Group, the leading integrated global energy player, has successfully concluded the first cohort of its ENOC Accelerators Programme, marking a significant step in the Group's commitment to fostering efficiency, innovation and collaboration. The milestone's closing event, held on 17 February 2025, was attended by ENOC's Group CEO, members of the Executive Committee (ExCom), and external partners, highlighting the strategic importance of the initiative. Launched as a transformative programme inspired by the UAE Government's Accelerators Initiative, ENOC Accelerators is designed to fast-track the execution of strategic projects and business development initiatives. The programme focuses on the adoption of a unique results-focused business model, close collaboration between entities, and work towards ambitious goals within 100 days. This leads to improving work methods, developing sustainable solutions and achieving results that have a real impact for the Group. Commenting on the occasion, His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO at ENOC, stated: 'At ENOC, we recognise the importance of proactive improvement, flexibility, and collaborative efforts among various stakeholders as fundamental principles of our operations. The results achieved by the first cohort of the ENOC Accelerators Programme have shown how strategic thinking, agility, and collaboration can drive real change. This initiative goes beyond improving efficiencies within our Group; we are supporting the UAE's vision for a more sustainable and competitive economy. The way our teams tackle challenges head-on and deliver tangible results reaffirms our belief that we are on the right track to push boundaries and make a positive and sustainable impact'. During the event, participating teams were recognised for their achievements in delivering effective solutions within the structured framework of the 100-Day Challenge. This cohort, a key component of ENOC Accelerators, enables teams to address critical business challenges efficiently and effectively, resulting in cost-saving measures, revenue-generating opportunities, and enhanced operational efficiencies across the Group. About ENOC Group: ENOC Group is a leading integrated global energy player and a wholly owned entity of the Government of Dubai that is integral to the Emirate's success. ENOC owns and operates assets in the fields of exploration & production, supply & operations, terminals, fuel retail, aviation fuel and petroleum products for commercial & industrial use. The Group's general business operations include automotive services, non-fuel F&B retail and fabrication services. Servicing thousands of customers in over 60 markets, the Group employs a multi-national workforce of over 12,500 employees and is deploying its world-class customer service, latest innovations, and technologies as well as best practices to empower the UAE's social and economic development.
