The Khuseleka OneStop Centre is a new establishment within the Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and Children that offers a range of services for victims of crime and violence, including trauma therapy, legal advice, healthcare, and substance abuse treatment programs. Despite facing challenges in acquiring support and recognition, the centre stands as a beacon of hope and a testament to the fight against genderbased violence and femicide. The inauguration coincided with the signing of the National Council of GenderBased Violence and Femicide Bill, indicating progress in both policy formulation and practical application.
In Cape Town, the discovery of an unidentified girl’s body on an open field at Fisantekraal has shaken the local community and raised concerns over the circumstances surrounding her death. The incident has sparked investigations by the South African Police Service (SAPS) in the hopes of determining the cause of death and bringing the perpetrator(s) to justice.