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Men from the Ingquza Hill Local Municipality have recently established the Ingquza Hill Local Municipality Men\u2019s Movement. This initiative, launched last week, focuses on addressing the social challenges confronting men in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the movement\u2019s members, Zolile Mbono, mentioned that the launch coincided with celebrations for International Men\u2019s Day. The event took place at the Methodist Church Hall in Flagstaff last week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mbono explained that the movement\u2019s primary objective is to restore men\u2019s dignity, particularly as many men have been observed not fulfilling their responsibilities within their households. Despite having a Community Policing Forum (CPF) to address crime, there was no dedicated platform for men to gather and address their issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe organised a meeting, involving various stakeholders and CPF members, to discuss this issue. Subsequently, the Flagstaff Paralegal Advice Office conducted a training session attended by 30 members, right here in Flagstaff,\u201d Mbono said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Afterwards, another meeting brought together over 200 men from different sectors, culminating in the movement\u2019s official launch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Through our assessments, we realised that men were stepping away from their traditional roles in response to gender equality initiatives. The 50\/50 approach has seen many men withdraw from responsibilities, leaving women burdened with most tasks. Our movement aims to restore men\u2019s dignity, encouraging them to resume significant roles in their homes.<\/div>\n
Mbono<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Mbono also highlighted the area\u2019s high crime rate, predominantly perpetrated by men.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Siya Ndesi, Secretary General for Men\u2019s Sector from Songe Social Change, expressed his support for the movement. He emphasised that it would empower men to confront their challenges effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis initiative will simplify the process for men seeking help and allow better access to government services. It will also promote awareness about health issues, such as tuberculosis. The municipality has struggled with various problems, including tragic incidents involving women. It\u2019s uplifting to see men collaborate to establish something beneficial for both them and the broader community,\u201d said Ndesi.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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