Summary

A South African scientist at the remote Sanae IV Antarctic base has been accused of sexual assault and violent threats, prompting urgent pleas for help.

The 10-person team is stranded for months due to extreme winter conditions. Officials were warned of the escalating situation as early as December but failed to act.

South Africa’s environment department has launched an investigation and is offering counseling.

The incident raises concerns over psychological screening for Antarctic missions, echoing past violent incidents in South Africa’s research programs.

  • HellsBelle@sh.itjust.works
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    16 hours ago

    Problem is everybody focuses on teaching girls/women and lets the boys/men off with nothing.

    Yes, both should be taught … so start pushing for the boys/men now.

    • cool@lemmings.world
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      13 hours ago

      If you’re hanging around people that need to be “taught” rape is bad, then maybe you should find a better friend group.