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Amathole District Municipality (ADM) led a united march in Nqamakwe, demanding stronger action against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The event brought together councillors, officials, community members and civil society groups under the banner: “End GBV — Protect Our Communities.”
Why Nqamakwe Was Chosen
ADM selected Mnquma Local Municipality as the focus point after SAPS data identified Nqamakwe as the district’s highest-risk GBV hotspot.
The march started at the municipality’s satellite office and moved to the Nqamakwe Magistrate’s Court, where participants picketed and delivered a memorandum listing unresolved cases and concerns about how GBV matters are handled.
Leaders Demand Accountability
ADM Women’s Caucus Chairperson Zukiswa Bungeni, said the district brought the campaign to Nqamakwe to push for justice that protects survivors.
“This programme aims to protect survivors, advocate for victims and honour those who lost their lives. Cases must be handled with care, and when evidence exists, perpetrators should not be released. Their release places victims at further risk,” she said.
The memorandum calls for:
- Faster processing of GBV cases
- No bail for high-risk suspects
- Stronger, appropriate sentencing
- Better coordination between SAPS, courts and support services
- More community outreach and justice-awareness programmes
Officials said they expect visible progress by the end of 2025.
Next Phase of the Campaign
The district will continue its work with an End GBV Programme on 27 November 2025 at Mpahleni Location, Nqamakwe.
The event will focus on awareness, support services and amplifying the voices of survivors and families.
ADM says it remains committed to building safer communities and strengthening the district-wide response to GBV and femicide.
