Pretoria: Cabinet has approved the National Policy on Women in Sport Policy Framework for implementation, marking a significant step towards addressing gender disparities in sports. The policy focuses on increasing women’s participation, leadership roles, governance, and visibility within the sports sector.

According to South African Government News Agency, Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, announced the policy’s approval following a Cabinet meeting held on December 4, 2024. The framework aims to promote active participation of women in sports and leadership roles, addressing gender inequality and discrimination. The policy emphasizes equity by ensuring women receive equal respect, recognition, and remuneration as their male counterparts.

The policy outlines strategic measures to support women in sport, aiming to tackle barriers such as funding, sponsorship, and inadequate remuneration that hinder women’s participation. Initiatives will be put in place to promote gender parity in various spo
rting codes and structures.

In addition to the sports policy, Cabinet has also approved the Strategy for Reducing Food Losses and Waste. This strategy seeks to minimize food wastage along the supply chain, enhance food security, and mitigate environmental impacts. Regulatory measures, financial support, and incentives are part of the strategy to reduce food loss and waste.

Cabinet has also endorsed the Tourism Route Development Plan, which aims to drive inclusive growth, job creation, and poverty reduction through tourism. This plan focuses on strengthening public-private partnerships to support route development and improve South Africa’s domestic and international connectivity, with a target of achieving 15 million tourist arrivals by 2030.