
Thirty years into democracy. Six administrations later. Sex work in South Africa remains criminalised. An unprotected trade. Excluded from the freedoms promised by the country’s Constitution. Despite countless commitments by the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, including the Deputy Minister’s reaffirmation during our 2024 Sisonke National Conference, the government continues to stall. What we

Twenty years ago, 70 women formed the Sisonke National Sex Workers’ Movement to combat stigma and discrimination. Inspired by Shane Peltzer, they push for decriminalizing sex work and advocate for sex workers’ rights across Africa. This Women’s Month, we honor their commitment to justice and equality. AMAAAAAAAANDLA!