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South Africa violence against women and government response
Killings of women in South Africa and Ramaphosa's announced plan.
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Monday 28 September 2026
Bodies of 11–12 women found in Ekurhuleni since July; Ramaphosa announces new measures
Police have found the bodies of at least 11 women in Ekurhuleni, east of Johannesburg, since July, and have not ruled out a serial killer. President Ramaphosa has announced a women's safety audit and a review of unresolved cases.
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Tuesday 29 September 2026
Ramaphosa announces emergency response after killings of women near Johannesburg
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced national measures against violence toward women after 11 to 12 women's bodies were found east of Johannesburg since July. Outlets differ on the toll and the number of arrests.
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