Do women in South Africa feel safe?

The killing of at least ten women in Johannesburg since July once again put the spotlight on violence against women in South Africa. In response, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a four-point plan to tackle gender-based violence and femicide. This included clearing unresolved cases, reducing forensic backlogs, improving safety in high-risk communities, and addressing alcohol-related violence. But a month later, campaigners say questions remain about what progress has been made and whether the government will meet its promises.

Focus on Africa has been speaking to 25-year-old gender based violence advocate Cameron Kasambala and Zizipho Mtwesi, National Project Coordinator at Father A Nation, an organization that promotes positive masculinity and works to prevent gender-based violence.

Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna

Producer: Bella Twine, Fana Negash and Carolyne Jotham

Technical Producer: David Kinyanjui

Senior Producer: Keikantse Shumba and Priya Sippy

Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla