Oscar Pistorius starts dating a family friend after prison release

In January 2023, Oscar Pistorius was released from prison after serving nine years for the murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, which occurred on February 14, 2013 in South Africa. Upon his release, he began dating 33-year-old Rita Greyling, a family friend, raising concerns from Steenkamp's mother, June Steenkamp, about Pistorius's unresolved anger issues. June expressed her worries in multiple interviews, emphasizing that Pistorius still poses a danger to women due to his history of violence and anger management problems. She recounted instances during his jail time when she lobbied against his release because of her fears regarding his temper and inability to seek treatment for his anger. She emphasized that Reeva had only known him for three months before being killed, highlighting the urgency of her warning. As Pistorius tries to reintegrate into society, June remains vigilant, hoping to protect Greyling and alerting her to potential 'red flags' despite his apparent attempt to live a low-profile life. The situation shows the broader implications of gender-based violence and the need for societal awareness surrounding such issues. Pistorius must comply with strict parole conditions until 2029, further limiting his freedom and interactions with the public.