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.
Good to know I’m the problem. How’s that strategy working out for you? Driving up toxic masculinity numbers this month?
Yes, take it personally and miss the whole point.
Ofc it’s not all men, but there are a lot of men that cause the problem. So instead of whining about it, do something.
I don’t think they were talking about you in particular.