A controversial anti-rape condom that actually "bites" the would-be-rapist's penis, was launched this week in South Africa, the world notorious 'rape-capital'. The patented device is worn like a tampon, but consists of a hollow tube which attaches itself via a series of tiny hooks to a man's weapon during penetration. Sonette Ehlers, inventor of the device, told reporters that the design was inspired after meeting a rape survivor 20 years ago who told her that she wished she had teeth "where it mattered".
Sonette Ehlers' Anti-Rape Condom
Photo 1: A pussy full of teeth would definitely make most would-be-rapists think twice!
Photo 2: Sonette Ehlers seen here with one of her anti-rape condoms
Apparently, the device works by folding itself around the rapist's "weapon", and attaching itself to the skin with microscopic hooks. As the rapist attempts to withdraw the device "bites" deeper into his skin making it impossible to remove without medical help.
"We have to do something to protect ourselves. While this will not prevent rape it will assist in identifying attackers and securing convictions," she told reporters this week. (Yes, we have to agree with that. Identification should be easy. The attacker will most likely be the guy still lying on top of his victim, while bleeding profusely from the genitals!)
"It will be available at supermarkets, chemists, anywhere where one would be able to buy tampons," she says.
And if recent statistics are anything to go by, it appears that South Africa's women are in serious need of help. Last year alone, there were 52,733 reported rapes. A recent study in Johannesburg's inner city found analyzed 162 rapes and found that almost one in four had been gang raped.
While the guys here at the Daily Happy Pill certainly commend Sonnett. Ehlers for her good intentions, we can however, see a couple of potential flaws to the design of this device.
Photo 1: The old-fashioned chastity belt design still appears to be the best way for a woman to deny access
Photo 2: The anticipation makes your mouth water - doesn't it?
Firstly, the teeth only start to bite after the rapist attempts to withdraw - which is a bit like closing the stable door after the horse has already bolted.
Secondly, the woman will then be physically attached to her violent and increasingly angry attacker. (One can only image the conversation the poor woman would have to engage in as she explains the situation to her potential future murderer!)
And thirdly, the poor woman would have to wear at least two of these devices at a time if she is to be fully protected.
So for any of you women out there who wish to protect yourself before, (rather than after), any attack has occurred, the guys here at the Daily Happy Pill suggest purchasing one of the chastity belts shown above. Hey, why not buy one for your boyfriend too while you are at it? Just think of all the power games you two could play with each other if you swap keys for a while!
