CRIME affects everyone.
So a group of men who are tired of living among tsotsis have decided to take a stand.
The men made their voice heard by staging a peaceful march.
About 2 000 men from different provinces came together to march against crime and corruption.
The march took place on Saturday at Kempton Park in Ekurhuleni.
The men walked 6km from Four Square to China Gate in a bid to end crime and corruption, as well as to encourage more men to take responsibility for their communities’ safety.
Most of the marchers attended the Men of Hope conference, which started on Thursday and ended on Sunday.
Reverend Siphiwe Mathebula, the conference’s chairman, said it is the responsibility of every man to uphold good morals and take part in nation building.
“We want to create a new breed of men who will take action to change the nation.
“Corruption, immorality and women abuse are becoming acceptable, and there is a lack of accountability towards immoral behaviour.
“The men in this country must base their actions and decisions on the wellbeing of future generations.”
Frans Lengwati who took part in the march said: “We need more men who want to live in a crime-free society.
“These type of men can bring hope to many.”
He also appealed to men to create platforms that will change the lives of young people.
Men came from as far as KZN, Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga and Limpopo to attend the conference.
