A man walks through a wilting maize crop in Beatrice, about 60 kilometres south of the capital Harare, Zimbabwe, on 19 February 2024 (CREDIT: Aaron Ufumeli) disproportionate burdens due to the impacts of climate change, notably women in situations of poverty due to existing roles, responsibilities, and cultural norms. The emergence of new technologies has aggravated attacks on journalists — particularly women journalists — who face disproportionate violations online. Undoubtedly, the battle to instil and inculcate a gendered thrust and approach to confront gender violence is urgent. In addition, women, generally, are more affected and face greater risks and 5 STATE OF PRESS FREEDOM IN SOUTHERN AFRICA 2023