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It was noted that women were prone to abuse at home from their loved ones.
Criminal activities in churches and people posing as traditional healers came under the spotlight during discussions at a ‘social cohesion’ event held last Thursday.
The event, where community members discussed ways to achieve a cohesive society, took place at the Port Shepstone Civic Centre under the auspices of the Ugu District Municipality’s special programmes department and the Department of Arts and Culture.
Ugu councillor Nomfundo Zwane-Dlamini spoke against the abuse of church members at the hands of their leaders as well as fake traditional healers who kill people or use human body parts to make muti.
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She made reference to the ongoing Tim Omotoso trial, in which it was reported that young girls were sexually abused by their church leader, as well as other incidents where church members were forced to eat snakes or drink petrol in the name of ‘healing’.
“Society needs to stand up against such hideous activities,” said Councillor Zwane-Dlamini.
The recent case of a Gcilima man posing as a traditional healer and found with human body parts in Marine Drive, Margate, was also raised.
“These people are in our communities, they are criminals and we need to report them and ensure they are brought to book.”
During discussions it was also noted that women were prone to abuse at home from their loved ones and they were given tips on what to do if such incidents occurred.
Among other issues discussed were drug abuse, absent parents and other social ills facing communities on a daily basis.
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