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Chapter 9

INTRODUCTION

This chapter looks at the law regarding sexual and domestic violence, including reporting sexual offences and how to get a Protection Order. Despite the National Strategic Plan adopted by the country in 2020 to address gender-based violence and femicide, the number of reported cases continues to rise. Between April 2022 and March 2023, there were 53 498 sexual offences reported to the SAPS, with rape accounting for 42 780 of these cases. It is critical for communities to understand the legal processes available to deal with  GBV situations.