Do women in South Africa feel safe?
The devastating cases of at least 10 women killed in Johannesburg has once again put the spotlight on the scale of violence against women in the country
The killing of at least ten women in Johannesburg since July once again put the spotlight on violence against women in South Africa. In response, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a four-point plan to tackle gender-based violence and femicide. This included clearing unresolved cases, reducing forensic backlogs, improving safety in high-risk communities, and addressing alcohol-related violence. But a month later, campaigners say questions remain about what progress has been made and whether the government will meet its promises.
Focus on Africa has been speaking to 25-year-old gender based violence advocate Cameron Kasambala and Zizipho Mtwesi, National Project Coordinator at Father A Nation, an organization that promotes positive masculinity and works to prevent gender-based violence.
Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna
Producer: Bella Twine, Fana Negash and Carolyne Jotham
Technical Producer: David Kinyanjui
Senior Producer: Keikantse Shumba and Priya Sippy
Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla
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