Ramaphosa reflects on women’s role in the struggle on Women’s Day
Cyril Ramaphosa delivers keynote address at National Women’s Day celebrations, in Pretoria.
On Women's Day, President Cyril Ramaphosa reflected on the pivotal role women played in South Africa's struggle for freedom and justice. He emphasized that the 1956 Women's March was not just a symbolic act, but a demonstration of women's leadership and organizational abilities within the anti-apartheid movement. Approximately 20,000 women from all corners of the nation gathered at the Union Buildings, the heart of apartheid governance, to deliver petitions bearing over 100,000 signatures.
They maintained a posture of disciplined silence for a full 30 minutes, showcasing their resolve and commitment to the cause. Speaking at the 70th anniversary celebration of Women's Day at the Union Buildings, Ramaphosa noted that South Africa ranks highly on global indices measuring women's empowerment, including gender parity, education, financial inclusion, political representation, and decision-making.
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