A 16-year-old South African, Bohlale Mphahlele, has created an earring that can take photos of attacks and alert the police in seconds.
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The wearable device is designed to help people who may be in danger.
When activated, the earring captures images and sends an alert to emergency services.
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Bohlale says the idea came from a desire to protect friends and family after hearing about local attacks.
The earring pairs with a smartphone app to transmit the photos and location instantly.
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Police can then respond more quickly because they receive real-time evidence.
Experts say the device could be a useful tool for personal safety in areas with high crime rates.
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Bohlale is currently developing the technology and seeking support to bring it to market.
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