
They argue that the current term implies child consent and minimizes the reality of victimization.
In its 2021 report, the South African Law Commission recommended this change in the Sexual Offences Act and Child Justice Act.
To discuss this further, we are joined by Dr. Joan van Niekerk, a consultant social worker specialising in children's rights; and Ephraim Tlhako from the Films and Publications Board.
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