Daily I am deeply saddened by the ongoing violence against women and children in South Africa, where authorities’ promises continue to ring hollow.
While politicians boast about new legislation and specialised police units the carnage continues unabated. In just three months last year close to 1000 women were murdered and more than 10 000 rapes reported. Many women have experienced violence in their lifetime, yet we hear the same tired rhetoric about “prioritising” women’s safety. Lip service, not leadership.
Our government excels at press conferences and policy documents, but fails spectacularly at implementation. Why do women still fear walking alone? Why are children still unsafe? We demand action, not announcements.
Also, real funding for shelters, swift prosecution of perpetrators, community protection and accountability for defaulting officials. Enough talk. Our women and children are dying while politicians make speeches.
FRUSTRATED,
