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Ramaphosa To Address Nation On GBVF And Ekurhuleni Women’s Murders

By Digital Editor 29 Sep 2026 1 Min Read Save

Last updated: 29 Sep 2026, 18:21

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - MAY 27: Cyril Ramaphosa ( President of the republic of South Africa) delivers keynote address at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) at Century City on May 27, 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa. The symposium showcases infrastructure investment opportunities in both South Africa and the African continent, and also fosters regional cooperation and integration. (Photo by Gallo Images/ER Lombard)

President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation on Tuesday evening on the government’s response to gender based violence and femicide (GBVF), as concern grows over the deaths of women in and around Ekurhuleni.

The Presidency confirmed that Ramaphosa will deliver the national address at 7pm on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.

The address is expected to outline the steps being taken by government to tackle GBVF, an issue that remains a major national concern and continues to raise questions about the safety of women.

It comes amid heightened concern over the deaths of women in Ekurhuleni, where 11 women’s bodies have reportedly been discovered since July.

Ramaphosa is also expected to provide an update on investigations into the murders and the government’s response to the developments in and around the City of Ekurhuleni.

The Presidency said the SABC would provide a broadcast feed to media organisations, while the address would also be livestreamed on the Presidency’s digital platforms.

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