Penuel says he was abused by multiple women
South African podcaster and media personality Penuel Mlotshwa has shared a personal reflection on abuse against men, highlighting why such cases are often underreported.
Taking to X, Penuel revealed that he has experienced physical abuse and property damage from women in his past relationships but chose not to report the incidents or speak about them publicly at the time.
“I’ve been slapped, punched and/or kicked by 5 women in my life. And had property destroyed by 2 women. I’ve never opened a case nor spoken about it publicly. Most other men don’t either,” he tweeted.
He explained that this silence contributes to the low number of reported cases involving women abusing men.
According to Penuel, this lack of reporting plays a role in shaping what he described as a “lopsided” narrative around abuse statistics.
“This is why data on women abusing men is so low & the narrative is lopsided,” he added.
While Penuel did not go into further detail, his post offers insight into why many male victims choose not to come forward, particularly due to stigma, fear of not being taken seriously, or social expectations around masculinity.
I’ve been slapped, punched and/or kicked by 5 women in my life.
And had property destroyed by 2 women.
I’ve never opened a case nor spoken about it publicly. Most other men don’t either.
This is why data on women abusing men is so low & the narrative is lopsided.
— Penuel The Black Pen (@GodPenuel) January 16, 2026