GBV is a huge issue on our continent and in a world where p… - Basetsane Kumalo

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GBV is a huge issue on our continent and in a world where patriarchal power structures still dominate. Male leadership is still seen as the norm, and men hold the majority of power. Patriarchy is a social and political system that treats men as superior to women – where women cannot protect their bodies, meet their basic needs, participate fully in society.

Basetsane Kumalo

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Basetsana Julia "Bassie" Kumalo (née Makgalemele; born 29 March 1974) is a South African television personality, beauty pageant titleholder, businesswoman, and philanthropist.

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Alternative Names: Bassie Kumalo • Bassie Makgalemele • Basetsane Makgalemele

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