Film and Publication Board’s (FPB) blocks access to Rape Day video game
JOHANNESBURG – After nationwide condemnation and a successful petition by 1000 Women's Trust, rape day video game has been banned.
Direct-selling company Avon welcomed the Film and Publication Board’s (FPB) decision to block access to the controversial online game Rape Day which apparently promotes violence against women.
The decision follows a successful campaign by this 1000 Women Trust signee and widespread condemnation from many quarters of society. This publication previously reported that there was a nationwide petition by 1000 Women Trust to ban the game being played in South Africa.
The FPB decision means the game can not be played or downloaded in the country and takes a stance that rape is not a game and highlights the seriousness of the issues of rape.
Tina Thiart, director of the 1000 Women Trust said, “We are touched by all the support we received. We believe that the next step in resolving this issue is to ensure that women are part of the committees that decide on internet content. ”
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