Springs:President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned the violence against women in South Africa as inhuman and announced that a specialized multidisciplinary investigation into the killings of women is now being handled at the national level.

According to South African Government News Agency, President Ramaphosa emphasized the human cost behind each victim, highlighting the significant loss to families and communities. His comments came in the wake of the discovery of another woman's body in Springs, Gauteng, increasing the tally to 11 bodies found in Ekurhuleni since July.

The President acknowledged the pervasive fear among women who worry they might become victims and admitted that current measures have been insufficient. He stressed the need for more effective actions both from the government and society to prevent violence against women.

The investigation into these killings is under the coordination of the Deputy National Commissioner for Detective Services and involves detectives, crime intelligence, forensic specialists, and other experts. Arrests have been made, including a suspect linked to Ntombifuthi Nxumalo's murder, and two suspects related to Jabulile Ntimba's case. Another suspect is in custody for the murder of Busisiwe Mahlangu, with further forensic investigations ongoing.

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research is providing digital forensic support, and while there's concern about a single perpetrator, no evidence has confirmed this, keeping all possibilities open for investigation.

President Ramaphosa expressed deep sorrow and shame over the violence against women, describing it as a national crisis. He paid tribute to numerous victims, including Busisiwe Mahlangu, Itumeleng Kekana, and many others, extending condolences to their families. In his address, he urged that men should not ignore the violence women face and shared the nation's anger over these tragedies.