Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has urged South African men to take responsibility and act against the nation's gender-based violence crisis following recent tragedy in Gauteng.

Women cannot protect themselves alone. After the Ekurhuleni murders, experts say safer communities require men to step up, challenge daily misogyny, and redefine strength.

A specialized multidisciplinary team has been deployed to Ekurhuleni following the discovery of eight women’s bodies since July.