Event Brief
South Africa launches new measures after 11 women deaths
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 30, 2026 at 3:10 AM ET
Summary: Ekurhuleni, east of Johannesburg, remains on high alert after authorities found the body of another woman, bringing the total deaths to at least 11 women since July. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced new measures on Tuesday to combat gender-based violence amid fears of a serial killer or killers.
WHO: President Cyril Ramaphosa
WHAT: Announced new measures to combat gender-based violence after deaths of at least 11 women in Ekurhuleni
WHEN: Sep 29, 2026
WHERE: Ekurhuleni, east of Johannesburg, South Africa
WHY: The measures were triggered by the deaths of at least 11 women in Ekurhuleni since July, with fears that a serial killer or killers may be responsible.
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