Sex work decriminalisation postponed | The Mail & Guardian
While some lobbyists have welcomed the delay, others believe it will have negative consequences
Source: mg.co.za
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While some lobbyists have welcomed the delay, others believe it will have negative consequences
They need to be able to work in a legal system that does not punish them for making a living
The South African government is making progress towards decriminalising sex work.
Many activists and sex workers in South Africa have been calling for the industry to be decriminalised for the safety of the workers.
Human rights organisation Sonke Gender Justice has stressed the importance of decriminalising sex work in the fight against gender-based violence.