Unpacking the Dynamics of Gender-Based Violence in the South African Context: A Literature Review
Simon Murote Kangéthe 
, Andile Qotoyi & Ntombophelo Sithole-Tetani
Issue: Vol.6 No.12 Article 20 pp. 3166 – 3174
DOI: https://doi.org/10.38159/ehass.202561220 | Published online 27th November, 2025
© 2025 The Author(s). This is an open access article under the CCBY license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).
Keywords: Gender Based Violence, Perpetrators, Victims, Women, Indigenous/ Traditional Ways.
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Prof S.M Kang’ethe is a multidisciplinary social work researcher, NRF C2-rated lecturer, with a current citation of 1947, H index of 23, and i10 of 69. He has supervised 10 PhD students and 37 master’s degree holders to completion. His research niche areas include culture, Health (HIV/AIDS), social enterprises, gerontology, children, and Youth.
Andile Qotoyi serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Walter Sisulu University, which is part of the Faculty of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences. In his role, he teaches and develops a diverse range of modules encompassing both Psychology and Industrial Psychology, contributing significantly to the academic growth of his students.He possesses an extensive educational background, holding a Bachelor of Administration in Personnel Management along with a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours in Industrial Psychology. Furthermore, he earned a Master of Arts in Industrial Psychology through his studies at Unitra and Walter Sisulu University, equipping him with a solid foundation of knowledge in both theoretical and practical aspects of the field.His research interests and practical experiences enhance his teaching methodology, allowing him to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of psychological principles and their applications in various industrial contexts. Andile is committed to fostering an engaging learning environment that encourages critical thinking and real-world application of psychological concepts. Qotoyi is a member of various Senate-approved committees and has published work on COVID-19. He has a strong interest in gender-based violence (GBV) and other related topics. His research interests include motivation, leadership, gender-based violence, and stress management. He has experience in supervising students, lecturing, and conducting mixed-methods research. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD in Industrial Psychology.
Ntombophelo Sithole-Tetani currently serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology within the Faculty of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences at Walter Sisulu University. In her role, she is actively engaged in teaching a wide range of modules and areas within the field of Psychology, contributing to the academic growth of her students and fostering a deeper understanding of psychological principles. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree, an Honours degree, and a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Psychology, all from Walter Sisulu University, underscoring her strong foundation and expertise in the discipline. Additionally, she completed a Diploma in Psychological Counselling, further enhancing her qualifications. In October 2020, Ntombophelo achieved a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychological Counselling (PGDip) from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Pietermaritzburg, expanding her skill set and deepening her knowledge in the field of psychological support and intervention. Her academic and professional journey reflects her commitment to advancing the study of psychology and her dedication to nurturing future professionals in the field. She is now a registered psychological counsellor with Reg no: PRC0040681. The programme involved training in psychometric assessments, which align with the scope of a registered counsellor, as well as counselling and community intervention. She was also involved in a community engagement programme focusing on COVID-19 awareness in 2020. Sithole-Tetani was also part of a team that launched a special schools’ programme (EduBlox) at KZN, which was identified to source children needing psychological intervention services. She published on female condoms, Covid-19, etc. Her research interests are parenting, children, female health and mental health, HIV, and Autism. She is experienced in lecturing, Research Supervision, and Qualitative & Quantitative research. Starting from Questionnaire development, Interview Schedule, conducting research interviews, data processing, and Quantitative and Qualitative analysis.
Kangéthe, Simon Murote Kangéthe, Andile Qotoyi and Ntombophelo Sithole-Tetani.“ Unpacking the Dynamics of Gender-Based Violence in the South African Context: A Literature Review.” E-Journal of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences 6, no. 12 (2025): 3166 – 3174, https://doi.org/10.38159/ehass.202561220
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