The two-day men’s seminar, convened by the Mpumalanga Premier Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane’s office, took place at Aha Casa do Sol hotel and resort in Hazyview on Thursday July 28.
Director General Makhukhu Mampuru said men wage war against the society they are supposed to protect when they engage in acts of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).
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“Men should be ashamed if women feel unsafe in society. I hope that the session will reprogramme the mindsets of men to take their responsibility seriously,” Mampuru said.
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He continued, “The Office of the Premier is pursuing partnerships with media institutions in Mpumalanga aimed at shaping young men as future role models. These include recording of anti-GBVF songs to be used during the tour of the Pumas in various parts of the province.”