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Celebs show their support for #TotalShutDown march

8y By Kwanele Mathebula

Women’s month has kicked off with the #TotalShutDown march, led by women, intersectional, and non-gender conforming individuals against violence and abuse against women. The march is taking place across South Africa, and in neighbouring country, Lesotho and Namibia. Local celebs have shown their support for the cause by taking to the streets.

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Here’s a look at a few local celebs who are out supporting the cause.

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We’re here. #TotalShutdown #Pretoria

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#totalshutdown ✊?❤️?

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#totalshutdown #mybodynotyourcrimescene #enoughisenough ✊?

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