Ramaphosa addresses fear over 9 female bodies found in Ekurhuleni at ANC rally

President Cyril Ramaphosa has addressed the growing fear and uncertainty in South Africa following the discovery of nine female bodies in the Ekurhuleni municipality, east of Johannesburg, over the past two months. Speaking at an ANC rally, the President sought to reassure the public as the nation grapples with a surge in gender-based violence.

These incidents are causing fear and uncertainty in our communities, and especially among women.

The President emphasized that his administration is treating the situation with the utmost urgency, stating that no stone will be left unturned in the ongoing investigations. The discovery of the bodies, many of which were found in decomposed states or showing signs of violence, has sparked widespread public outcry and calls for more effective government intervention to protect women.

Authorities have mobilized specialized task teams, including crime scene management and investigative psychology units, to handle the cases. While police continue to investigate whether these murders are linked, the government has reiterated its commitment to tackling the endemic issue of gender-based violence, which remains a critical challenge for the country.