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South African president vows justice as more women's bodies found near Johannesburg

South African president vows justice as more women's bodies found near Johannesburg

Summary

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa promised a full investigation into the recent deaths of seven women found near Kempton Park, near Johannesburg. Police are looking into whether a group or copycat crimes are responsible, and one person has been arrested in connection with the first death.

Key Facts

  • Seven women’s bodies were found in and around Kempton Park in the past two months.
  • Most of the women were found partially or fully naked.
  • Police are not yet linking the killings to a single serial killer.
  • One suspect is in custody related to the first discovered body.
  • Only two of the seven women have been identified so far.
  • Elizabeth Moselakgomo, a runner, was one of the victims.
  • South Africa has very high rates of violence against women, much above the global average.
  • Authorities have warned women in the area to avoid being alone in isolated places.
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