# Why gender-based violence persists in Southern Africa

https://mins.news/en/item/67424

- DW, 2026-09-21 13:42 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/why-gender-based-violence-persists-in-southern-africa/a-79356560?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> A series of killings of women in South Africa, including the stabbing death of 38-year-old Dineo M. in Ekurhuleni, has renewed scrutiny of the country’s response to gender-based violence. Activists say laws and policies will not change conditions without effective policing, survivor support and dedicated resources. Botswana and Zambia face similar persistent challenges.

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