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Emalahleni- <\/strong>It was a regular day in August last year when Abongile Mcoki was assaulted by her sister\u2019s partner at the time after he enquired about her sister\u2019s whereabouts, which Mcoki refused to disclose. This was a nightmare that would forever alter the course of her life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The assault left her battered and broken, both physically and emotionally. Laying in a hospital bed, bandaged and bruised, she faced not just the fight for her own survival, but the fight for justice in a system that often fails survivors. And in that moment, Mcoki committed to herself that  her suffering would not be in vain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI knew right then and there that this is my purpose,\u201d she says. \u201cI should help others who do not have a voice.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At 40, Mcoki chairs a non-profit organisation, All Voices Matter, which supports survivors of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) through advocacy and direct action. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She recalls the day of the assault, the 4th of August 2024, with measured breaths. \u201cWhen you are hurt by someone you trusted, the betrayal cuts deeper than the wounds themselves,\u201d she says. \u201cAs I lay there, unable to move, yet still expected to explain myself to the police, I realised the injustice in our system. Survivors have to fight for their dignity, often from a place of pain and vulnerability. I decided I would fight not only for me but for every woman who never got the chance.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This was the genesis of her activism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What it means to be a woman<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Mcoki, womanhood is about resilience, strength and the power to nurture and uplift others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But it also carries the weight of history, marginalisation and the ongoing violence unleashed on women. \u201cBeing a woman means belonging to a community that has been both oppressed and powerful. It means standing up for justice not just for ourselves but for the generations that will come after us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When asked what she would change in the world, Mcoki doesn\u2019t hesitate: patriarchy. \u201cI would change the patriarchal systems and structures that perpetuate GBVF. Until we dismantle those, we cannot live in a world where women and girls are safe.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For her, change must be both structural and cultural. \u201cWe need policies, yes. But we also need communities that refuse to normalise violence.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Daily work and challenges of activism<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mcoki\u2019s activism is hands-on and demanding. On any given day, she might be counselling a survivor, meeting with policymakers, or mobilising community members through workshops and marches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMy activism is hands-on,\u201d she says. \u201cIt\u2019s working directly with survivors, raising awareness, and challenging government structures to take GBVF seriously. It\u2019s exhausting work, but necessary.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fight is not easy. \u201cThe biggest challenges are resistance from patriarchal systems, lack of resources, and the emotional toll of working with survivors,\u201d she admits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the constant weight of misconceptions. \u201cPeople still think feminism is about hating men. They think GBVF activism is only about women. But what we\u2019re fighting for is equality, justice and safety for everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facing societal resistance and systemic obstacles, Mcoki sees both culture and government as battlegrounds for change. \u201cCulture and tradition can either be tools of liberation or chains of oppression,\u201d she explains. \u201cWhen they are used to silence women or justify violence, they are harmful. But culture can also be redefined to celebrate respect, love and equality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her frustration with institutions is equally clear. \u201cUnfortunately, I don\u2019t think the government and institutions are doing enough. Crime is too comfortable in South Africa\u2014it\u2019s our normalcy. Every day a body is discovered, and yet, we do not treat GBVF as the national disaster it truly is.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She calls for bold action: a Declaration of a National Disaster. \u201cWe are tired of being told to carry pepper spray, to send our location every 30 minutes. We want the violence to STOP.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mcoki believes in survivor centred policies\u2014ones that prioritise care, skills empowerment, and swift justice. \u201cWe need to hold perpetrators accountable, but we also need to address root causes: patriarchy, poverty, and inequality.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The emotional toll of activism is heavy. \u201cI practice self-care through mindfulness, rest, and joy,\u201d she explains. \u201cAnd I trust my colleagues at All Voices Matter to carry the work when I step back. Burnout is real\u2014we can\u2019t help others if we\u2019re empty.\u201d Even with preparation, her dedication has drawn backlash\u2014criticism, online harassment, even threats. \u201cIt\u2019s scary,\u201d she admits. \u201cBut I handle it by prioritising my safety and remembering why I started. Survivors\u2019 lives matter more than trolls.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mcoki\u2019s words to survivors are tender yet firm: \u201cYou are not alone, and you are not to blame. Your experiences are valid, and your voices matter. Don\u2019t give up hope\u2014there are people who care, who listen, and who want to support you. You deserve to live a life free from violence and fear.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those who want to join the fight, her advice is practical: \u201cEducate yourself. Get involved with local organisations. Listen to survivors and amplify their voices. Use your privilege to challenge harmful norms. And above all, take care of yourself. This work is heavy, but it\u2019s worth it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mcoki\u2019s journey from survivor to activist is more than a personal story\u2014it reflects South Africa\u2019s ongoing crisis and the urgent need for change. Through All Voices Matter, she ensures that survivors find solidarity, support, and strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI dream of a society where women and girls can live without fear,\u201d she says softly, almost like a prayer. \u201cA society where their voices are heard, valued, and protected. Because all voices truly do matter.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mcoki is not just living her purpose\u2014she is redefining what it means to rise from tragedy, to turn wounds into weapons of justice, and to create a future where resilience becomes a collective victory, not just an individual survival.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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