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South African president orders action on femicide after killings

South African president orders action on femicide after killings

Summary

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has introduced new steps to fight the killing of women and violence based on gender. This decision follows the discovery of at least 11 women’s bodies near Johannesburg, which caused public concern across the country.

Key Facts

  • President Ramaphosa is responding to rising cases of femicide, which means the killing of women because of their gender.
  • At least 11 women’s bodies were found since July in an area east of Johannesburg.
  • These killings have sparked widespread calls for the government to take stronger action.
  • The new measures aim to reduce gender-based violence, which includes harm or threats targeting women.
  • This issue is serious in South Africa, where many women face violence every day.
  • The government’s response is part of an effort to make the country safer for women.
  • President Ramaphosa has publicly committed to addressing these crimes.
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