By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
14 August 2026 – The police in the Northern Cape in partnership with AVBOB, used the airwaves of Radio Teemaneng Stereo this morning to raise awareness against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF).
AVBOB Area Manager, Gezelle Lottering said the programme provides support to survivors of GBVF-related crimes. Lottering said the initiative represents AVBOB’s contribution as a private-sector partner working alongside key stakeholders, including SAPS, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), civil society organisations and communities to strengthen the collective response to GBVF.
“We recognise that addressing GBVF cannot be achieved by one organisation alone. It requires partnerships, coordinated services and practical support for survivors.
“This is why AVBOB is investing in a programme that goes beyond awareness and focuses on providing meaningful support to those affected,” she said.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson,Colonel Cherelle Ehlers commended AVBOB for its continued partnership with SAPS and acknowledged the generous donation of comfort packs and warm blankets. Ehlers said these items will be distributed across all five districts of the Northern Cape and made available at Victim-Friendly Facilities at police stations to assist victims of crime.
“It is important of the victims and survivors to break the silence and report GBVF-related crimes to the police.
“So, we encourage communities to support victims and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice, while creating safer environments for women and children,” she said.
Ehlers further said the two organisations reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their partnership and ensuring that efforts to combat GBVF continue beyond Women’s Month.
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