South African police discover body of 10th woman near Johannesburg
Summary
South African police found the body of a 10th woman near Johannesburg, increasing concerns about violence against women in the area. Authorities are investigating if the killings are connected, while the country's leader expressed sadness over the ongoing violence.Key Facts
- Police found the 10th female body in Thembisa, east of Johannesburg.
- The woman appeared to have been stoned to death; a post-mortem is planned.
- Since mid-July, 10 women’s bodies have been found close to one another in Ekurhuleni.
- South Africa has a very high rate of femicide, with about 15 women killed every day.
- Police think some murders may be linked but have no proof of one killer or group responsible.
- Two women have been charged in the murder of the ninth victim, which may be related to a personal relationship.
- Some victims were found naked or partially naked and were in their 20s or 30s.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed deep sadness about the killings during a local election campaign.
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