Facing staggering gender-based violence, SA women turn to self-defence
In South Africa, femicide rates are thought to be five times higher than the global average. With many women victims of violence, some are now taking their security into their own hands through martial arts and self-defence classes.
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In South Africa, femicide rates are thought to be five times higher than the global average. With many women victims of violence, some are now taking their security into their own hands through martial arts and self-defence classes.
READ MORE : http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/07/facing-staggering-gender-based-violence-sa-women-turn-to-self-defence
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