Challenges Facing Women in the Mining Area of Bojanala District of South Africa

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Author(s): Gaontebale Audrey Mafora (North-West University, South Africa)and Ravinder Rena (North-West University, South Africa)
Copyright: 2021
Pages: 18
Source title: Overcoming Challenges and Barriers for Women in Business and Education: Socioeconomic Issues and Strategies for the Future
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Alice S. Etim (Winston-Salem State University, USA)and James Etim (Winston-Salem State University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-3814-2.ch005

Keywords: Gender & Diversity / Gender and Diversity / Information Science Reference / Medicine & Healthcare

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This chapter examined the Marikana Massacre and its effects on women of the deceased and those who sustained injuries. It also covers the challenges of the women in the Bojanala District of South Africa. The chapter also addresses the disparities and inequalities experienced by women in the mining industry. Forty women participants were part of the study. The data was gathered through questionnaires, oral interviews, and observations. The analysis revealed that more women were affected by the massacre and has deepened their level of poverty. The government provided interventions, but the findings revealed that the incident has left participants with scars, loss of income, and dissatisfaction. The chapter recommended some possible measures to improve the situation of women because of the Marikana Massacre and poverty in the area.

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