WATCH | Family: ‘Pertunia’s killing was like a movie’
The family of 18-year-old student Pertunia Manyise has laid her to rest following her brutal murder in North West, South Africa. Community members and local officials are calling for justice as police continue their investigation into the crime.
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This report underscores the ongoing crisis of gender-based violence in South Africa and the community's demand for accountability.
FAMILY tearfully bids farewell to Pertunia Manyise.
The 18-year-old grade 12 pupil at Itsoseng Combined High School in Itsoseng, North West was laid to rest in Phase 6 Cemetery, Tshwane, on Sunday, 11 October.
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She was last seen by her family on Sunday, 4 October when she was sent to the local mall to buy groceries.
Pertunia was found killed, dumped, partially burnt and her mouth and legs bound with sellotape on Monday, 5 October.
Speaking during the funeral service, her aunt, Xolisile Thibela (44) said: “The family is still in great pain. We need justice. We will be relieved when the suspect is arrested.”
She said the family still finds it hard to accept what happened.
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