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Gauteng targets 10 police stations in GBVF fight

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Gauteng is prioritising 10 police stations with high numbers of reported rape cases as the province steps up its response to gender-based violence and femicide. The plan includes additional policing and victim support, strengthened Thuthuzela Care Centres and sexual offences courts, 1,022 GBV brigades across 122 high-risk precincts and 56 additional social workers. Phemelo speaks to Gauteng Government Spokesperson Elijah Mhlanga.
5 Oct 3PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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