A wave of brutal murders targeting women in South Africa has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation. The March and March organization, which advocates against illegal immigration, has announced plans for nationwide protests on September 30 to denounce the killings. The protests will take place in various locations across the country, including Katlekong, Gugulethu, Soweto, and Mdansane.
The recent surge in women murders has left the nation reeling, with at least 10 women killed in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, over the past two months. The victims include Elizabeth 'Tsontso' Moselakgomo, whose body was found on September 12, three days after she went missing. Her daughter will likely never find closure, according to Sanele Khambule, March and March's financial manager.
Khambule expressed concern that the killings seem to be perpetrated by men and that the perpetrators remain at large. He emphasized that the murders will not be in vain, and his organization will push for justice. The South Africa First organization, which works with March and March, will closely monitor the cases to ensure that justice is served.
The March and March organization is calling on men to join the protests and take a stand against the killings. Khambule urged men to say "enough is enough" and to work together to prevent further violence against women. The organization plans to hold large protests in major cities, including Pretoria, Johannesburg, and Cape Town.
Several non-profit organizations, including the International Women's Forum South Africa, GBVF Response Fund, and Graça Machel Trust, have also condemned the killings. Graça Machel, the former wife of Nelson Mandela, described the situation as a national crisis. She emphasized that behind the statistics of women killed are real people, including daughters, mothers, and friends.
The South African Police Service has made some arrests in connection with the killings, including three suspects who were apprehended for the murder of Jabulile Ntimba. The police are investigating possible links between the suspects and other cases of women murders. Lt Gen Tebello Mosikili stated that the police are following up on leads to bring the perpetrators to justice.
As the nation prepares for the protests, there is a growing sense of urgency to address the issue of violence against women. The March and March organization and other advocacy groups are pushing for concrete action to prevent further killings and ensure that those responsible are held accountable. The protests on September 30 will serve as a call to action for the nation to come together and demand an end to the violence.
Key points
- The March and March organization plans nationwide protests on September 30 against the recent surge in women murders in South Africa.
- At least 10 women have been killed in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, over the past two months, sparking widespread outrage and condemnation.
- Several non-profit organizations, including the International Women's Forum South Africa and Graça Machel Trust, have condemned the killings and called for action to prevent further violence against women.
