In celebration of Women’s Month, Deputy Speaker of the KZN Legislature, Hon. Mmabatho Tembe, visited Siyamthanda Shelter in KwaXolo, Ray Nkonyeni Local Municipality in Ward 11, to show solidarity and compassion to women and children who have faced the devastating impact of gender-based violence (GBV).
In celebration of Women’s Month, Deputy Speaker of the KZN Legislature, Hon. Mmabatho Tembe, visited Siyamthanda Shelter in KwaXolo, Ray Nkonyeni Local Municipality in Ward 11, to show solidarity and compassion to women and children who have faced the devastating impact of gender-based violence (GBV).During the visit, the Deputy Speaker distributed dignity packs, cleaning supplies, and blankets to bring comfort and dignity to survivors during their journey of healing.Siyamthanda Shelter plays a vital role in the Ugu District community, offering protective shelter, immediate support, psychosocial services, and counselling to women and children who are victims of domestic violence, rape, sexual abuse, and other traumatic experiences. Their mission is not only to respond to crises but to empower survivors and create safe spaces where they can rebuild their lives.They also raise awareness in the community about domestic violence, sexual abuse, and other forms of trauma, run prevention programmes to reduce incidents of abuse, and equip volunteers and local organisations with skills in victim empowerment and trauma counselling. In addition, they provide holistic community-based support, including assistance for health-related challenges such as HIV/AIDS and TB.Hon. Tembe will be visiting other women’s shelters during August, offering comfort and encouragement to women staying in shelters to bring comfort on their journey of healing.#womensmonth2025 #kznlegislature #SocialResponsibility #EndGBV #UguDistrict #RayNkonyeni #SiyamthandaShelter #kznmpls
