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Ninth woman's body found in South Africa

There is a growing concern over a string of unexplained deaths east of Johannesburg.

Police in South Africa have confirmed the discovery of a ninth woman's body in just two months, amid growing concern over a string of unexplained deaths east of Johannesburg. We have the latest from our correspondent and speak to women in Johannesburg.

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Presenter: James Reynolds.

(Photo: Members of the SAPS (South African Police Service) investigate at the scene where the body of one of the women was found dumped on the side of a road in Boksburg, Johannesburg, South Africa, 17 September 2026. Credit: Kim Ludbrook/EPA)

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