Ekurhuleni murders: It’s a shame on the men of SA, Ramaphosa on discovery of tenth body

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep concern and condemnation following the discovery of a tenth woman’s body in Ekurhuleni, describing the ongoing violence against women as a profound shame on the men of South Africa.

It is a shame on the men of South Africa that we continue to see such brutal acts of violence against women, and we must collectively take responsibility to end this scourge.

The discovery of the latest victim, whose body was found in the Tembisa area, has intensified the national outcry regarding the safety of women in the country. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding these deaths, with police officials noting potential links between the cases in the Ekurhuleni region.

President Ramaphosa emphasized that the government is treating these murders as a top priority, calling for a swift and thorough investigation to bring those responsible to justice. He urged communities to cooperate with law enforcement and reiterated the need for a societal shift in how men treat women to prevent further tragedies.