PRETORIA, Dec 6 (NNN-SANEWS) — Cabinet has approved the National Policy on Women in Sport Policy Framework for implementation.
The policy addresses multiple areas of gender disparity, including participation, leadership, governance and visibility.
Briefing the media on the outcomes of Cabinet meeting held on Dec 4, Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said the policy aims to promote increased active participation of women in sport and in leadership roles.
“The policy recognises that increased participation of women in sport and in leadership positions will drastically reduce and ultimately contribute to eradicating gender inequality and various forms of discrimination against women.
“It also promotes equity by ensuring that women receive respect and recognition on the professional front, including equal remuneration as their male counterparts,” Ntshavheni said.
The policy outlines a set of measures that will promote and support women in sport and ensure that programmes are in place to address gender disparities in sporting codes and structures.
It also addresses barriers to entry by women in sport, including lack of funding, sponsorship, and inadequate remuneration. — NNN-SANEWS
