sex work

A significant case in South Africa’s Western Cape High Court, set for 1–2 September 2025, could transform the legal status of sex work. Sixteen non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have applied as amici curiae, or “friends of the court,” to advocate for decriminalizing consensual adult sex work. Their involvement highlights a global push to recognize sex work […]

Bulawayo’s central business district has become a hotspot for sex work after dark, with residents reporting open solicitation between 8th and 9th Avenue and along Lobengula Street that threatens community safety. During daylight hours, the CBD functions as a commercial hub, but residents claim the area transforms at night, making many feel unsafe, particularly families […]