South Africans observe this year’s campaign under the theme Count Me In. Together moving a non-violent South Africa forward.
Here is what residents had to say:
Tsepo Tleane
“It is a shame that some men who are supposed to protect women and children abuse them in various forms, including raping them. More needs to be done to fight the scores of women and children abuse. The culprits deserve to rot in jail. It is the duty of both residents and police to make sure abusers are put into custody and face justice.”
Anele Mbele
“The campaign should remind us men that we have to respect women at all times. Women are important in our lives. We exist because of being carried for nine months and delivered by a woman. If we talk tough about women we don’t only talk about our girlfriends and wives, but we also talk about our mothers and sisters. I urge men to be real men by respecting women and children at all times. During the campaign and beyond men have to talk about not beating women and raping children.”
Zoleka Mlunguzi
“I am aware of the campaign for no violence against women and children but I feel guilty for not contributing to the fight against abuse. I believe as a resident I have a role to play in the fight against abuse of especially children. I have seen a number of men and women under the influence of alcohol abusing children. I think I have to report such abuse to protect innocent children. In this year’s campaign I count myself in to make a difference in society.”
Lizzy Ndlovu
“The campaign for no violence against women and children is very important. Women and children are abused daily and a number of them have no idea on what to do after becoming victims. The campaign opens victims’ eyes and make them aware of how to fight against abuse. I know a number of women who are abused by their boyfriends. The victims are reluctant to report abusive boyfriends to the police, fearing that it could mean an end to their relationship.”
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