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Crimes against women in South Africa have seen a disturbing increase between April and June this year, with a significant number of r@pe incidents occurring in schools.
According to the latest crime statistics presented by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, the number of reported r@pes rose by 0.6%, from 9,252 last year to 9,309 this year, with many incidents happening in educational institutions, where parents expect their children to be safe.
The data revealed that out of 91 reported r@pes in educational facilities, 74 took place in schools, raising concerns about the safety of students.
“We send our children to school to learn and expect these environments to be safe and conducive for learning,” Minister Mchunu stated.
The Eastern Cape, Free State, and North West provinces were highlighted as regions where women are most likely to be r@ped, with the Eastern Cape recording the highest rate at 22.1 incidents per 100,000 people.
The rise in r@pe cases, particularly within schools, calls for urgent intervention and stricter measures to protect students and hold perpetrators accountable.
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Parents should be able to send their children to school without fear, and the government must take immediate steps to address this escalating issue.
The statistics also showed a worrying increase in other violent crimes against women, including a 7.9% rise in murders, further emphasizing the need for swift and effective action to ensure the safety and well-being of women across the country.
