Lesufi pleased with GP’s GBVF intervention plan

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi expressed satisfaction with his province's progress on a 90-day plan aimed at combating Gender-Based Violence and Femicide. Out of the 67 directives outlined under five key areas, Lesufi reported that 21 have been completed, while 38 are currently being addressed. Key initiatives include the deployment of over 1,000 response teams in 122 high-risk regions, reinforcement of ten police stations facing high rates of rape cases, and the expansion of support services for survivors.

Tragically, between July and September, 13 women were murdered across Ekurhuleni, with their bodies discovered in various locations such as Kempton Park, Tembisa, Springs, and Kwa-Thema. This series of incidents prompted President Cyril Ramaphosa to issue an urgent directive to address this pressing issue. During a media briefing on Sunday morning, Lesufi emphasized the need to ensure that systems are prepared to respond promptly should any case remain unresolved or when necessary to track down perpetrators.

He extended gratitude to the municipalities involved in the initiative since President Ramaphosa's announcement, as well as to national government ministers.