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New Man Rising, a campaign tackling GBV and rethinking masculinity

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Carol Ofori speaks to actor and social advocate, Masoja Msiza about his initiative, New Man Rising. The initiative helps spread messages and awareness on gender based violence through theatre, storytelling, music and documentary. New Man Rising helps to mentor young men and also challenges men to rethink the concept of masculinity.
27 Nov English South Africa Entertainment News

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