The South African men trying to end violence against women
In South Africa, community groups like 'Father A Nation' are working to combat high rates of gender-based violence by promoting positive masculinity among men. The initiative addresses a national crisis of femicide and systemic violence against women.
Why it matters
This highlights grassroots efforts to address deep-seated social issues and gender inequality in South Africa.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Christian Parkinson Johannesburg Christian Parkinson/ BBC Kgomotso Mathekga says a lack of male role models is fuelling violence against women in his neighbourhood "I witness men hitting women all the time," says Kgomotso Mathekga, 30. "Especially when they are both drunk."
"I once had an argument with my girlfriend," he admits, "and I grabbed and slapped her."
Mathekga is speaking frankly during a gathering of men aimed at helping reduce the high levels of violence against women in South Africa.
The meeting is held in a narrow street in a Johannesburg informal settlement known as Organic Market. It is a maze of corrugated metal shacks and unpaved roads, close to Alexandra township.
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