gender-based violence
gender-based violence
gender-based violence
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‘Enough is enough’: Outrage grows as civil society demands justice for Kempton Park victims
Civil society organisations, political parties and community members have united in demanding urgent action from law enforcement following the discovery of eight women’s bodies in and around Kempton Park, with…
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Sixth woman’s body found on East Rand as serial killer fears grip Kempton Park
Sixth woman’s body discovered in Springs on Tuesday, third victim since Saturday. Police deliver stern warning: “We are coming for you.”
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Missing jogger Elizabeth Moselakgomo identified as Kempton Park murder victim
Elizabeth Moselakgomo identified as fourth murder victim. Fifth body discovered in Olifantsfontein sparks fears of serial killer in Kempton Park.
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Police warn against on-line dating dangers as four women found dead in Kempton Park
Police launch multidisciplinary investigation after four women’s bodies found in Kempton Park area. One suspect arrested, dating site dangers highlighted.
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Pandor, Hassim and Robinson among seven UWC honours with degrees
After receiving honorary doctorates from UWC, Dr Naledi Pandor, Advocate Adila Hassim and Mary Robinson discussed struggle, rights and education.
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Man jailed for life for murdering mother over witchcraft claims
A 33-year-old Sterkspruit man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his 69-year-old mother after accusing her of bewitching him.
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Why doesn’t she just leave? UWC study reveals truth about abusive relationships
UWC research challenges the myth that women can simply leave abusive relationships, finding that dependence, fear and failing institutions trap them.
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Youth, educators and activists lead powerful stand against GBV
Locals stood in unity with the rest of the country on Friday (21 November) in support of the national G20 Women’s Shutdown. The shutdown was organised by Women For Change…
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Shattered Silence Episode 3: Know your rights – GBV & the law
Welcome back to Shattered Silence, the podcast amplifying the fight against gender-based violence in South Africa. In this powerful episode, we speak to Francesca Pedrosa Rodriguez, a lawyer working with…
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