Lance Witten

Cape Town

Chief Audience Officer at African News Agency

Editor in Chief at African Independent

I'm just a boy, standing in front of a social medium, asking its users to like me

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South Africa's Shame: How government is failing young women

1 week ago | iol.co.za | Lance Witten

2minWith over 10,600 reported rapes in just one quarter, South Africa faces a crisis that demands urgent government action. Image: Armand Hough / Independent NewspapersThe fourth quarter crime statistics for 2024/25 paint a sobering picture. More than 10,600 cases of rape; 1,872 cases of sexual assault; 656 attempted sexual offences; 236 contact sexual offences. This is one quarter, from January 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025.
Why the BMW X3 might not be a worthy Car of the Year winner: a counterpoint

1 month ago | iol.co.za | Lance Witten

1minThe new BMW X3 has won Car of the Year, but it's not without faults. Picture: Supplied. Image: SuppliedI disagree vehemently with the decision to award the BMW X3 as South Africa's Car of the Year 2025. For one, my understanding is that the winner is supposed to shift the goalposts in its class or for motoring overall. First of all, the looks.
Suzuki Jimny 5-door is terrible to drive (on the road) - I love it

2 months ago | iol.co.za | Lance Witten

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Suzuki Jimny 5-door is terrible to drive (on the road) - I love it

2 months ago | persfin.co.za | Lance Witten

The Suzuki Jimny is brilliant off the beaten track, but no so great on tar. Image by: SuppliedPublished 7h ago | Published 7h agoThere can be no denying the Suzuki Jimny is the coolest car on South Africa's roads. It's giving "honey, I shrunk the G-Class". It's functional and highly customisable too, and with the introduction of the five-door version, far more practical than ever.
Back to School: Autism spectrum hack for neurotypical kids

Jan 7, 2025 | iol.co.za | Lance Witten

Lance Witten with his autistic daughter on a recent road trip. Published 21m ago | Published 21m agoAs parents of a child on the autism spectrum, my wife and I have learnt a number of coping mechanisms and have had to develop both our perception and our patience in order to understand our daughter's needs. She was non-verbal for most of her young life and while her words are slowly coming, her vocabulary is building by the day.
Why Cyril Ramaphosa's call for unity will fall on deaf ears at the ANC's January 8 celebrations

Jan 5, 2025 | iol.co.za | Lance Witten

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to deliver the January 8 anniversary celebration in Khayelitsha, Cape Town on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Published 3m ago | Published 3m agoThe ANC celebrates its 113th birthday in the Western Cape this week at a time when the party is not only deeply divided, but its support has also shrunk tremendously over the last few years.
Range Rover Velar: Luxury and class wrapped in beauty

Jan 2, 2025 | iol.co.za | Lance Witten

The 2024 Range Rover Velar Dynamic HSE PHEV cements the Velar's status as a luxury SUV that caters to all your needs. Published 7m ago | Published 7m agoI'll be honest. When the Range Rover Velar first came onto the scene, I didn't like it. I thought it looked like a boat. But it's grown on me. And the MY2024 Velar, especially with the Narvik Black Exterior packaged optioned, has stolen a piece of my heart. Let's not pussyfoot around it — this is not an affordable vehicle.
New Suzuki Swift is the budget hero you need in 2025

Jan 1, 2025 | iol.co.za | Lance Witten

The new Suzuki Swift is another budget-beating option from the Japanese brand. Published 12m ago | Published 12m agoThe fourth generation of Suzuki's Swift has landed in South Africa and is already taking the market by storm. The Swift has always been a fun drive, but in its latest guise, the completely overhauled design has made it even more attractive to look at, while changes under the hood give it even more character on the road. @lancethewit10 Brand new @Suzuki_ZA #Swift review.
Don't Look Away | How to avoid rape

Dec 9, 2024 | iolnews.co.za | Lance Witten

It's the rapist who needs to stop raping, not the victim or survivor who should avoid being raped, writes IOL Editor Lance WittenPublished 27m ago | Published 27m agoIt's an interesting discussion every time it comes up: what can we do to stop rape? Men have come up with all sorts of responses:Don't walk in dark alleys late at night. Don't wear revealing clothing. Don't get drunk when you're out with your friends. Carry a rape whistle and blow it if you're about to be attacked.
Don't Look Away | How to avoid rape

Dec 9, 2024 | capetimes.co.za | Lance Witten

It's the rapist who needs to stop raping, not the victim or survivor who should avoid being raped, writes IOL Editor Lance WittenPublished 105s ago | Published 105s agoIt's an interesting discussion every time it comes up: what can we do to stop rape? Men have come up with all sorts of responses:Don't walk in dark alleys late at night. Don't wear revealing clothing. Don't get drunk when you're out with your friends. Carry a rape whistle and blow it if you're about to be attacked.