Six-year-old Amantle’s funeral sparks renewed calls to end gender-based violence

By Siyabonga Sithole | Published Oct 31, 2024

The funeral of six-year-old Amantle Samane in Johannesburg has become a rallying point for anti-GBV activists and community leaders, with Mayor Dada Morero calling for urgent action to protect children. The young victim’s tragic death has highlighted the growing concern over violence against women and children in the city.