Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000)

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Gender Dynamics in Sub-Saharan African Law: A Qualitative Exploration in South Africa

Ms Debra Robinson, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) Mrs Joanne Price, Department of Research, National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) Purity Simelane, Department of Advanced Studies, National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18720097
Published: April 15, 2000

Abstract

Sub-Saharan Africa faces significant challenges in gender equality, particularly within legal frameworks. South Africa is a notable case study given its progressive stance on gender rights. The research employs in-depth interviews with legal practitioners, judges, and community leaders. Data analysis is guided by feminist jurisprudence principles. Interviews revealed a nuanced understanding of gendered power dynamics within the justice system, where women often face barriers to accessing equitable legal remedies. The qualitative data underscores persistent gender disparities in South African law, necessitating targeted interventions to promote more inclusive legal practices. Policy recommendations include enhanced training for legal professionals on intersectional issues and the need for judicial reforms addressing historical biases. Sub-Saharan Africa, Law, Gender Dynamics, Feminist Jurisprudence, Legal Practices

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Ms Debra Robinson, Mrs Joanne Price, Purity Simelane (2000). Gender Dynamics in Sub-Saharan African Law: A Qualitative Exploration in South Africa. African Journal of Gender and Development, Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18720097

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Sub-SaharanAfricaLawGenderDynamicsSociolegalQualitative

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