Zuko Komisa
Women For Change (WFC), a non-profit organization, launched a petition against Chris Brown’s planned concert in South Africa about two months ago.
A few days following the celebration of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Brown is scheduled to perform. According to Women For Change, letting him perform goes against the intent of these 16 days in a nation like ours.
The petition has drawn attention from all over the world and been featured in more than 100 publications, including ones from major international media outlets like Billboard and the BBC.
With over 50,000 signatures, WFC formally presented the petition to the ministries of Home Affairs and Sport, Arts, and Culture.
“We’ve Submitted Our Petition to Cancel Chris Brown’s Concerts in South Africa 📢
On 25 November 2024, marking the start of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, we formally submitted our petition – signed by 51,330 supporters – to Big Concerts, the Department of Home Affairs, and the Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture.This submission represents a powerful collective call to action, amplifying the voices of thousands demanding accountability and justice in South Africa’s fight against GBVF.
It’s time to prioritise survivors and send an undeniable message that violence and those who perpetuate it have no place in our country. If this concert goes ahead, it will speak volumes about where our leaders truly stand in addressing the GBVF pandemic.” wrote Women For Change (WFC)
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