'I was living a life in fear': Woman shares how she narrowly escaped her abusive marriage

Please note that the following article contains descriptions of physical and emotional abuse and may be triggering to some readers.

Imagine not feeling safe in your own home. What if the man who vowed to protect and love you threatens you and makes you fear for your life?

These scenarios are a reality for many women in South Africa. Very often, women are killed at the hands of their intimate partners. This is one woman’s story of abuse and her bravery to take ownership of her freedom.