So all the attention is towards South Africa because of the World Cup Soccer. One of the problems in the region is rape. I'm a fan of watching National Geographic / Discovery Channel programming and when they cover some African countries, I remember they always mention the women getting raped. Sometimes in broad daylight and no one does a thing! Many years back, I had a friend that came from South Africa. He left because of the violence. He would tell me horrible stories of what happened over there. One of the things he mentioned were the women getting raped. So yes, it's true and continues to happen very often, even now.
It may not appear to affect us much here the States, but rape does occur and often times is not reported. The victim is too ashamed to come forward. We've all see and heard that line many times in the news and in the tv shows we watch. What if there is a possibility that if you do try to rape a woman, she might be wearing one of these? The anti-rape condom, the Rape-aXe.
I know it's kind of an unusual news for this blog, especially when it's geared for ideas and gifts for Dad. I found it really interesting, and it might be some interesting reading for you.
Info from Rape-aXe:
The Rape-aXe anti rape condom was developed by a South African woman ,Sonnet Ehlers, after witnessing first hand the horrific aftermath of an sexual assault. She felt that something had to be done to stop this growing thread against woman. and start to work on the anti rape condom the Rape-aXe. The first prototype was launched on 31 August 2005, at Kleinmond, Cape Province, South Africa.
What is it?
Rape-aXe is a revolutionary new product that aids in the prevention rapes. This device can later be used to identify the attacker and aid in the apprehension of the perpetrator.
How does it work ?
The Rape-aXe system consists of a latex sheath, which contains razor-sharp barbs. The device is worn in her vagina like a tampon. When the attacker attempts vaginal penetration the barbs attach themselves to the penis, causing great discomfort. The device must be surgically removed, which will result in the positive identification of the attacker and subsequent arrest
Anything Else ?
One of the major benefits of the Rape-aXe system is the fact that it helps in the prevention of the rape victim contracting an STD like HIV. An additional benefit of the anti rape condom is the fact that it helps in the prevention of unwanted pregnancies resulting from rape.
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