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Murder first or femicide? Ekurhuleni killings open debate over how cases should be understood
The discovery of 11 women's bodies in Ekurhuleni has sparked community fear and opened a debate on whether the cases should be investigated as isolated murders or viewed through…
Ramaphosa orders GBV case crackdown
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a nationwide crackdown on unresolved murders, rapes, and sexual offences against women and children, setting strict deadlines for police,…
Ramaphosa orders urgent action as Ekurhuleni killings put GBVF response under scrutiny
Following the recent murders of women in Ekurhuleni, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced four decisive national measures to tackle gender-based violence, clear forensic…
Preparing for El Niño
Scientists are warning South Africa to prepare for an unusually early and strengthening El Niño that is likely to bring hotter-than-normal conditions and raise the risk of a…