The latest crime statistics released on Friday by minister of police Bheki Cele showed a rise in gender-based violence.

During his speech he spoke about the worrisome gender-based violence statistics and called for campaigns that raise awareness to be intensified.

Bonang Matheba is doing all she can to tackle the violence against women by using the universal tool, technology

In celebration of Women’s Month, she will be launching the B-safe app which is an emergency response to help women who are faced with dire situations.

The app is not yet available to people to download however it is in the works and the personality will be giving out more details in due time.

Speaking to City Press on why she started this initiative B said she has worked on this app to convenience victims who are faced with serious situations that need immediate response.