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With the discovery of nine women’s bodies, across the metro, we asked residents how they view their personal safety.

5 hours ago

Jani de Beer 1 minute read

Blonde woman with glasses standing in an open setting — Geraldine White (Benoni AH): We are being robbed of our freedom. Women are told to guard themselves even when taking part in activities and visiting public spaces. It is scary that the onus rests on women to protect themselves against becoming victims of rape and murder. Photo: Jani de Beer

Black man in an open setting — WhiFelix Mboneli (Birchleigh): It is concerning that women are defenceless against the deeds and motives of men with skewed perceptions of power. They should not have to live in constant fear. We can only hope that the culprit is brought to book before he takes another innocent life. Photo: Jani de Beer

Coloured woman flex her muscles — WhiFelix Mboneli (Birchleigh): It is concerning that women are defenceless against the deeds and motives of men with skewed perceptions of power. They should not have to live in constant fear. We can only hope that the culprit is brought to book before he takes another innocent life. Photo: Jani de Beer

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5 hours ago

Jani de Beer 1 minute read

Jani de Beer

Jani went from working as a student intern for the Boksburg Advertiser to being employed as a junior journalist in 2004. Taking time out to start a family, she returned to the Caxton family in 2022 as senior journalist for the Benoni City Times. Her passion is telling her community's stories.