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Ekurhuleni murders: two women charged over ninth killing

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Two women have been charged with murder and obstructing the course of justice following the killing of Jabulile Ntimba, whose body was found in Dawn Park. Her death is the ninth reported woman’s body recovered in Ekurhuleni since July, although police say this case is not linked to the other eight. Phemelo speaks to Kaya News Reporter Keneiloe Huma and Gauteng Portfolio Committee on Community Safety chairperson Dr Bandile Masuku.
21 Sep 2PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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