Gender-Based Violence and Digital Media in South Africa

This book explores the intersection of television and social media in the context of gender-based violence (GBV) among marginalized Black women in South Africa, highlighting the role of feminist social media activism in shaping public discourse. It provides valuable insights into audiences in sub-Saharan Africa and presents a new feminist trajectory for women and activism in the region.

Format: Hardback
Length: 124 pages
Publication date: 02 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking book presents a novel approach to understanding the complex dynamics of gender-based violence (GBV) in social media discourse among marginalized Black women in South Africa. By delving into the intersections of television and social media, the study explores how the boundaries between the "inside" of soap operas and the "outside" of real-world events are blurred, amidst a surge in feminist social media activism. The analysis begins by examining the portrayal of gender-based violence in a long-running South African soap opera and the subsequent social media discussions surrounding these issues. This is done in parallel with real-world events and the collective social media response.

The author offers valuable insights into the audiences in sub-Saharan Africa, presenting a fresh feminist trajectory for women and activism in the region. This book is a must-read for scholars and students interested in gender, cultural studies, film studies, television studies, sociology, development studies, feminism, media, and journalism. It sheds light on the ways in which social media platforms are being used to amplify the voices of marginalized communities and challenge dominant narratives, contributing to a more inclusive and equitable society.

Weight: 412g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032186887