The ongoing senseless and barbaric killings of women and children continue to hinder the Provincial Government’s efforts to combat gender-based violence.

KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli is deeply concerned about the surge in the number of fatal violent crimes being reported across the province over Christmas holidays.

“Christmas is a time of love and renewal, and what better way to celebrate than to welcome these precious new lives into the world? These children are a gift to their families and our province,” he said.