‘Women mustn’t be undermined by misogynists,’ Mapaila takes aim after Mantashe controversy
The SACP official called for stronger efforts to confront violence against women.
South African Communist Party (SACP) general secretary Solly Mapaila has condemned political leaders who demean women after ANC national chairperson Gwede Mantashe faced backlash over his controversial remarks. During his campaign activities in North West, Mantashe responded to allegations of municipalities demanding sexual favors from women seeking employment by labeling it as an individual issue and using the Xhosa word "isibumbu" to refer to female genitalia.
This sparked criticism, leading the ANC Women's League to call for disciplinary action against Mantashe. Mantashe later admitted he didn't know why he faced criticism. In a speech at Thulamahashe Community Hall in Mpumalanga, Mapaila emphasized the need to combat gender-based violence and femicide, rejecting any form of disrespect towards women and girls. He called for sustained action and accountability in addressing this issue.
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