International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation | 6 February 2026
The theme for 6 February 2026, “Towards 2030: No End To FGM Without Sustained Commitment and Investment,” underscores the urgent need
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SALO’s Dr Tawanda Sachikonye presenting on South Africa’s 2025 G20 Presidency for the Africa Studies Center’s (ASC) 109th seminar 2025
Dr Tawanda Sachikonye was invited to present on South Africa’s 2025 G20 Presidency for the Africa Studies Center’s (ASC) 109th
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16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children
The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children closely aligns with SALO’s core values and its
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International Day of Democracy – 15 September
The International Day of Democracy, observed every year on the 15th of September, was established by the United Nations in
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World Humanitarian Day – 19 Aug
Observed annually on 19 August, World Humanitarian Day is an international commemoration dedicated to honouring humanitarian workers, particularly those who
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World Refugee Day: A Global Call for Solidarity
Every year on June 20, the international community observes World Refugee Day, a United Nations-designated day dedicated to honouring the courage and
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Celebrating Workers’ Day: Honouring Labour and Achievement
Workers’ Day, observed on 1st May each year, is a global celebration dedicated to honouring the contributions and rights of
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Celebrating Freedom Day: Honouring Liberty, Unity, and Progress – 27 April
Freedom Day, observed annually on 27 April, is one of South Africa’s most significant public holidays. It commemorates the first
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International Transgender Day of Visibility – 31 March
Today we commemorate Trans Day of Visibility, which falls every year and is celebrated internationally on 31 March. This day
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International Day for the Right to the Truth Concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims – March 24
Each year on this day, we honour the memory of victims of gross human rights violations and those who have
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