# Nine women found dead: What is happening in South Africa?

https://mins.news/en/video/63198

- BBC News, 2026-09-17 19:30 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2-jV69HXhg

> South African police have confirmed that a ninth woman’s body was found east of Johannesburg within two months. Some of the women were found partially clothed and injured, but police say they have not established whether the deaths are linked or whether a serial killer is involved. Growing concern is leaving women fearful.

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