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Gender discrimination is the act of treating an individual unjustly or unequally on the basis of their gender. It encompasses a variety of issues, such as sexual harassment, restricted access to education, employment, and healthcare. Complaints can be lodged in different ways.
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One of the CGE's functions and powers, as outlined in section 11 of the CGGE Act 39 of 1996, is that the CGE shall investigate any gender-related issues of its own accord or on receipt of a complaint.

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Welcome to the Commission for Gender Equality Website

Established in terms of Section 187 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa in order to promote respect for gender equality and the protection, development and attainment of gender equality.

The CGE shall advance promote and protect gender equality in South Africa through undertaking research, public education, policy development, legislative initiatives, effective monitoring and litigation.

Vision:

An independent, constitutionally mandated organisation that pioneers and catalyses gender development and transformation.

Mission:

To lead, promote, protect, monitor, and evaluate gender equality through research, managing public education, policy development, legislative initiatives, and litigation.

Values and Ethics

We are anchored in the supremacy of the Constitution and the rule of law, and we perform all our functions with an ethos grounded in the following values:

Accountability

We always give an account of our actions and decisions.

Professionalism

We timeously execute our responsibilities with the utmost care and diligence.

Confidentiality

We always ensure and maintain confidentiality.

Teamwork

We support and work in collaboration with our colleagues, state organs and civil society to maximise the attainment of our objectives.

Ethical behaviour

We maintain high standards of trustworthiness and honesty, respect, empathy, and Integrity.

Independence

We perform our duties impartially, without fear, favour, or prejudice, mindful of the independence of our Office.

Departments

A quick view of CGE departments

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Legal Services Department
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Research Department
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PEI Department

Complaints

You can lodge a complaint or report fraud on the numbers below, or view other methods here

Fraud & Ethics Hotline

0800 117 840

Complaint

Forms

Latest Reports

Follow us on Youtube

CGE TV

This is the official Youtube channel of the Commission for Gender Equality, an independent Chapter 9 institution established in terms of Section 181 of the South African Constitution. Our Mission is to promote, protect, monitor and evaluate gender equality through research, public education, policy development, legislative initiatives, effective monitoring and litigation.

CGE TV
In an effort to promote safer campuses that are free from sexual harassment and gender-based violence incidents, the Commissioner, in collaboration with the @Dept of Higher Education and Training and Higher Health, is launching a stakeholder outreach pragramme following its a sexual harassment report released in October 2024. The report flagged several concerning matters, including “sex-for-accommodation” and “sex-for-marks", as particularly troubling trends. In addressing the report findings, the Commission and Department of Higher Education and Training under the leadership of Deputy Minister Dr Gondwe will launch the stakeholder outreach to raise awareness and assist higher education institutions to implement measures to improve safety for all.
Stakeholder Outreach Launch focused on CGE's Sexual Harassment and Transformation Reports
The Commission's Free State Office partnered with the Provincial Department of Sports, Arts and Culture, the Free State University and DeafSA to develop content in sign language for the inclusivity of the deaf community in knowledge and information sharing - in this video, we discuss cyberbullying.
TECHNOLOGY FACILITATED GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
Women in South Africa's informal sector, particularly informal traders, play a critical role in the economy, yet face numerous barriers that hinder their economic empowerment. These women, often involved in street vending, small-scale businesses, and agriculture, contribute significantly to their communities and the broader economy, yet struggle with limited access to financial services, legal protections, and markets. Watch as we delve into this subject matter.
EPISODE 6: WOMEN’S ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT THE INFORMAL TRADERS
Women’s access to communal land in South Africa deeply intersect with the country’s complex history of apartheid and land ownership, traditional governance, and socio-economic challenges. Communal land is land held by communities, typically under the stewardship of traditional leaders, where land rights are not individually owned but managed for the benefit of the community. In this episode, we discuss the barriers, cause and consequences of women's access to this resource.
EPISODE 5: WOMEN’S ACCESS TO COMMUNAL LAND
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Head Office:

2 Kotze Street, Constitution Hill, Braamfontein, 2017

Telephone

+27 11 403 7182

Complaints

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Opening Hours:

MON - FRIDAY: 8AM - 5PM

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Fraud & Ethics Hotline

Free call number: 0800 117 840

National Anti-Corruption Hotline: 0800 701 701 (toll free number)

Email: cgefraud@thehotline.co.za

Website: https://www.thehotline.co.za/report – use 0800 117 840 to report

Mobile application: Vuvuzela Hotline app – Download from Google play store use 0800 117 840 to report

SMS: 30916

Fax: 0867 261 681

Post: PO Box 10512, Centurion, 0046