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 national crisis and a profound shame on the men of South Africa.

It is a shame on the men of South Africa that we are living in a country where women are being hunted down and killed in this manner. We must act with urgency to end this scourge.

The president’s remarks come as police continue to investigate the string of murders that have plagued the Ekurhuleni region, leaving communities in fear and demanding greater protection from the state. Authorities have confirmed that the latest victim was found in the vicinity of a local cemetery, marking the tenth such discovery in recent weeks.

Ramaphosa has called for a multidisciplinary approach to the investigations, urging law enforcement agencies to prioritize these cases and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice. He emphasized that the government remains committed to addressing the root causes of gender-based violence and femicide, which continue to undermine the safety and dignity of women across the nation.