Deputy Minister Nonceba Mhlauli to Lead NCOP Debate on International Women’s Day

The Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, will lead the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) Debate in commemoration of International Women’s Day on Wednesday, 4 March 2026 at 14h00.

The debate will be held under the theme: “Recentering Social Justice and Human Rights for Women and Girls.”

International Women’s Day provides an important platform to reflect on progress made towards gender equality, while confronting persistent challenges that continue to undermine the rights, safety, economic participation and dignity of women and girls. The debate will focus on strengthening accountability, advancing inclusive economic participation, addressing gender-based violence and femicide, and ensuring that social justice remains central to policy implementation and public action.

The Deputy Minister will emphasise government’s ongoing efforts to advance women’s empowerment, protect constitutional rights, and accelerate programmes aimed at economic inclusion, access to education and healthcare, and leadership representation across sectors. The discussion will also reaffirm South Africa’s commitment to international and continental gender equality frameworks.

Members of the media are invited as follows:
Date: Wednesday, 4 March 2026
Time: 14h00
Venue: National Council of Provinces, Parliament, Cape Town

The debate will also be broadcast live on Parliamentary platforms.

Media enquiries: Mandisa Mbele 082 580 2213 / MandisaM@Presidency.gov.za

Issued by: The Presidency 
Pretoria