New Rape-Axe Condom Given Fundamental Approval

Published : June 21, 2010 :: 16:06:13 [ 29,095 views ]

New Rape-Axe Condom Given Fundamental Approval

Rape-axe is a new female condom developed by a South African woman, Doctor Sonnet Ehlers after she witnessed the horrific aftermath of a rape victim. She is hoping the new female device with jagged barbs will combat rape in the most painful way.

It is unbelievable that in this day and age, women and children still live in fear for their safety. When will the law be on their side? Why are rape victims made to feel they are in the wrong or at fault? Many societies tend to treat rape victims at the criminal. The time, it seems, has come to fight back.

The Rape-axe prototype was first launched on 31^st August 2005 at Kleinmond, Cape Province, South Africa. The device consists of a latex sheath containing razor sharp barbs on the inside. It is worn inside the vagina very much like a tampon. In the process of a sexual assault, as the penis enters the vagina the barbs attach themselves to the penis causing considerable pain and discomfort and can only be removed surgically. The offender cannot pee or walk while the condom is still attached and trying to remove it his self will only result in the grip becoming tighter. As there is no other way to remove the sheath, there is no escape from arrest as medical staff will automatically alert the authorities.

During this years’ World Cup, 30,000 of these condoms are being distributed in South Africa which, according to the Human Rights Watch, has the highest rate of rapes in the world and it is believed that 16 percent of the population suffers from HIV.

Doctor Ehlers pointed out how some women in South Africa, in a bid to prevent rape, insert razor blades into their vagina. She believes it is time something is done to help these women who have little or no rights and that it will make some men have a rethink before attempting to sexually assault a woman.

Myfanawy Evans

Comments

Bob

said :

Rapists will start using the back door instead. Yes, I hate women but love trim.

Email : Bob@toobad.com Date : 2010-06-29 12:53:55

Dave

said :

My exact sentiments would have to go the comment mentioned by Pattayapappaya on this one, lets hope it does not hit Thailand for a very long time or any other holiday and tourisim country, I can only imagine the horror storys that would ensue in the Pattaya Daily News w/ this device, not to mention the vengful women in that scene looking for a few extra Baht or Dollars to settle out of court, could turn out be the man being a victom of a painful extortion from a litteraly ball busting woman of any creed and Im not just targeting Bar girls either.
Im no rapist, but I like a good time and that does not involve violence to any degree during sex.
As someone stated early'er about Mase or a Taser being enough of a deterent, I would have to agree, this is just down right Midevil and dark aged.
To those who are deserving of this ripping surprise OK, but I see it as tool for other alteirior motives and oppertunity plus unfortunatley its main purpose will not be as such if the hunter actually survived the out come and the prey was able to fight back.
In short, do the Crocadile Dundee.

Email : davidrbennett@googlemail.com Date : 2010-06-27 14:05:05

Massimo

said :

I was thinking that when rapist know about this device they will change their mind or... just change side and "hole"? Maybe it will be even worst for the victim

Email : tu55612b@mail.com Date : 2010-06-26 18:18:12

Sally

said :

Trust someone to throw in a comment of overweight ferang women. I would so much like to take a look at the guys who forever critise women and their looks, size and personality. Bet you got overhanging bellies cracks of your arses showing, tattoos plastered all up and down your arms and legs and a labotomy scar. And what makes you think that because someone is fat, they do not take care of their personal hygene? Jesus some of you have such high opinions of your selves. Take a look in the mirror, is it a decent looking man looking back with a fab body or an old old man with saggy skin!!

Email : sally4justice@gmail.com Date : 2010-06-26 14:28:45

superman

said :

Many overweight farang women would be wasting their money in investing in such a device.It would be more cost effective for them to refrain from personal hygiene, (which they do already)

Email : superman37_1999@yahoo.co.uk Date : 2010-06-25 07:39:32

liverpoolladlockedup

said :

south africa the rainbow nation ?

Email : anbrgh@yahoo.com Date : 2010-06-25 00:47:09

Walter Ego

said :

I do hope it comes with a warning letting the woman know that a man having his pensi slashed may well kill her.
He may also simply remove the whole unit physically with a knife, stick ba or other implement in order to avoid arrest.
In some societys Australia for example if the rapist died from blood loss she may still be culpable for manslaughter or for G.B.H.
I actually do think it is a good invention with some limited aplication.
However the mention of HIV in the article is inapropriate as injuring either party in a way wich draws blood will only increase transmission rates.
The Weapon itself (It is clearly a weapon of self defense much as a can of Mace or a taser or a gun) can just as easily be used as a weapon of Malice on an unsuspecting John... Adding a whole new angle to the term "the honey trap"
Walter Ego. (Australian in Thailand)

Email : a@aloo.com Date : 2010-06-24 16:29:41

mambo

said :

So, now rapists will carry a decent-sized sausage around as well as a sharp weapon. Whack the sausage up first and retrieve the little blighter!

Email : mangkinoon_thai@hotmail.com Date : 2010-06-22 15:12:27

someone

said :

so now the girls get a dirty finger first, to check it whats inside, soft or sharp...

Email : someone@hotmail.com Date : 2010-06-22 10:33:34

steve

said :

south africa... what a lovely country.

Email : steve@hotmail.com Date : 2010-06-21 23:44:30

Bob

said :

I wonder if the ugly farang in the picture even bothers with one. Probably, having it there makes her feel attractive.

Email : Bob@dumptheskank.com Date : 2010-06-21 19:54:55

Bob

said :

Have these feminist loony tunes ever thought that a man angry because of the injury to his penis might kill the victim in a fit of rage? These do not seem like a good idea to me.

Email : Bob@haha.com Date : 2010-06-21 19:52:48

pattayapappaya

said :

bloody hell.. could you imagine that jealous bar girl getting revenge by seducing the victim to her friendly demeanour only to be caught in this sticky situation... let us hope this doesn't hit the Thai market for years to come. On the other hand, hope every rapist ends up with that cheese grating calamity

Email : somtum@boo.bla Date : 2010-06-21 17:41:08

donkey dong

said :

How does the female take it out?
If she can take it out then surely a man can do also?
Anyway sounds like a simple yet hopefully effective product.

Email : bob@aol.com Date : 2010-06-21 17:23:11

Gary

said :

Brilliant idea, but it’s a shame that people have to protect themselves because the government cannot do so, if they bring back the death penalty these rapists and murderers will be eliminated from society. There is no fear of God and His Laws anymore.

Email : gary@thabanet.co.za Date : 2010-06-21 16:49:00