JOHANNESBURG - As the country observes 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children,
it's important to reflect on the recent crime stats, which point to widespread and ongoing abuse of a most vulnerable population group.
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The Nelson Mandela Children's Fund works to change the way society treats children and youth.
Children also tend to be particularly vulnerable during the festive season.
Refilwe Mokoena from the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund spoke to eNCA.