Pretoria – The contribution made by women in the struggle against oppression and discrimination, as well as the achievements by women under democracy, will be highlighted during this year’s National Women’s Day.
This is according to Cabinet, which said in a statement on Friday that the 60th commemoration of the National Women’s Day will highlight the history of the struggle of women, through telling ‘HerStory’.
This year, South Africa commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Women’s March.
The commemoration on 9 August 2016 will be held under the theme “Women united in moving South Africa forward”, which reaffirms government’s commitment to strive for a society free from all forms of discrimination and to move South Africa forward by raising awareness about the critical role women play in the country’s socio-economic development.
“The empowerment of women is an integral part of social cohesion and nation building,” Cabinet said.
A public education programme will be undertaken with a build-up of activities in all provinces leading to Women’s Day.
The main Women’s Day event will take place at the Union Buildings in Pretoria.
The day will start with a parade from Bosman Station to the Lilian Ngoyi Square, where President Jacob Zuma will open the Women’s Living Monument. – SAnews.gov.za
