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It's important to remember that body shaming is not only hurtful and damaging to individuals, but it can also have broader societal consequences. When we judge people based on their bodies, we perpetuate harmful stereotypes and create a culture where certain body types are seen as more valuable or desirable than others. This can lead to discrimination and marginalization, particularly for individuals who don't conform to society's narrow beauty standards.
In the case of Mahlatse Tseko, it's clear that his body size has no bearing on his ability to volunteer and fight crime in his community. As Panyaza Lusufi points out, we all have different strengths and weaknesses, and our bodies should not be used as a measure of our worth or ability.
Lesufi tweeted that body shaming and discrimination are as dangerous as racism and sexism. He emphasized that everyone has strong and weak character traits, and that people should not be discriminated against based on their bodies. He went on to explain that Tseko has been volunteering in his community for years and has been able to fight criminals despite his body size.
Body shaming and discrimination is as dangerous as racism and sexism. You can be somehow and still be capable to work. I’ve taken an extraordinary step to request the training session of Mahlatse Tseko a crime fighting volunteer who fought criminals for years volunteering https://t.co/Q8VK4uOheo pic.twitter.com/Zr5w3eOb6t
— Panyaza Lesufi (@Lesufi) May 1, 2023
Lesufi's comments demonstrate his commitment to inclusivity and his willingness to stand up against discriminatory behavior. By defending Tseko and other volunteers like him, Lesufi is sending a message that everyone has the potential to make a valuable contribution to their community, regardless of their physical appearance. This type of leadership is important in creating a more inclusive and accepting society where everyone is valued for their skills and abilities.
In recent times, Lesufi's efforts to empower volunteers in the fight against crime have been ongoing. In his maiden State of the Province Address earlier this year, Lesufi admitted that Gauteng has become a province for "heartless and merciless criminals". To combat this, he announced plans to introduce technology to fight crime and lawlessness in the province. He also promised to increase the budget for fighting crime from R750 million to "multi-billion" in the next three years.
Michelin Man also Made it 👀👀👀! pic.twitter.com/vaaIjhqLe8
— David Mogashoa (@DavidMogashoa) May 1, 2023
As part of these efforts, Lesufi plans to connect suburbs, townships, business districts, schools, and other public places with high-tech, face and car recognition CCTVs. He also plans to arm residents with e-Panic buttons that will be linked to law enforcement agencies, CCTVs, and a new state-of-the-art Integrated Command Centre. Additionally, Lesufi has promised to unveil two new helicopters at the beginning of the next financial year and to add four additional helicopters within the 2023/2024 budget cycle.
Furthermore, the provincial government has already recruited 6000 young people to monitor and police the province 24/7. Lesufi has also announced plans to procure 180 state-of-the-art drones that will infiltrate areas that are difficult to patrol and police. These drones are equipped with technology that can capture the direction of a bullet and where it comes from.
Image source @DavidMogashoa twitter
