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The Citizen
6 days ago
- The Citizen
Mpumalanga man gets life in jail for gang rape
A 32-year-old man was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Ermelo Regional Court on Wednesday, July 9 for the gang rape of a woman. According to the NPA provincial spokesperson, Monica Nyuswa, the incident occurred on the night of March 22, 2022. Nyuswa said the convict and his co-accused, who has already been convicted after pleading guilty, approached two women and a man, threatened them with a knife, and robbed the man of his cellphone. 'The man and one of the women managed to escape, but the convict and his accomplice proceeded to take turns raping the other woman before fleeing the scene. The matter was reported to the police, and both accused were traced and arrested shortly thereafter,' Nyuswa said. The second accused did not plead guilty in court, claiming that he was coerced by his co-accused into committing the crime. However, the State prosecutor, Chané Rothman, presented compelling evidence from multiple witnesses, including the co-accused. A J88 medical report confirmed injuries to the victim's genitalia. ALSO READ: Suspect arrested in connection with Dr Nondumiso Sibanyoni's murder She said the court found the State's witnesses credible and rejected the accused's version of events. 'In aggravation of sentence, Rothman highlighted the seriousness and prevalence of rape in the community and the long-lasting emotional trauma suffered by the victim. A victim impact statement, facilitated by the court preparation officer, Faith Masango, detailed the severe psychological and emotional wounds the victim continues to endure,' Nyuswa said. ALSO READ: Two dead in Shatale in murder-suicide The convict was sentenced and declared unfit to possess a firearm in terms of Section 103 of the Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
27-06-2025
- The Citizen
Nelspruit Regional Court sentences rapist to 23 years in jail
On June 27, the Nelspruit Regional Court sentenced a 37-year-old man to 23 years' direct imprisonment for raping a traditional healer. National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) spokesperson Monica Nyuswa said the victim and the accused cannot be named to protect the identity of a minor child involved in the incident. According to reports, in early June, 2019, the accused went to the complainant's home in Zwelisha Trust, carrying a firearm, and gained entry by pretending to need treatment. ALSO READ: Mkobola court jails man for rape and robbery Once in the house, the accused locked the door and proceeded to rape the victim in the presence of her 3-year-old son. He then threatened to kill her and her son should she report the rape to anyone. The victim confided in her sister and later reported the incident to the police,' said Nyuswa. The accused pleaded not guilty, claiming he was in a relationship with the victim. To prove the state's case beyond reasonable doubt, Regional Court Prosecutor Leana Jones presented compelling evidence from the victim's sister, which was corroborated by the victim. It also emerged during the trial that the accused was known for being violent. ALSO READ: Police appeal for help to find missing Mmametlhake man 'Jones emphasised that women should not be reduced to mere objects and condemned to the persistent violence they face in South Africa. She added that the accused showed no remorse for his actions, describing them as a heinous violation of human dignity, and urged the court to impose a suitable sentence,' said Nyuswa. She added that the NPA calls on South Africans to unite against gender-based violence and to foster safe environments where women and children can thrive without fear. The NPA remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring justice for victims of gender-based violence. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
26-06-2025
- The Citizen
NPA welcomes sentencing of Mpumalanga rapist who demanded child bride
The NPA has welcomed a life imprisonment sentence handed down by the eLukwatini Magistrate's Court in Mpumalanga on Monday, to a man convicted of raping of a 13-year-old girl. According to Highvelder, the crime occurred repeatedly in Mayflower between April and October 2019. In addition to the life sentence, the court ordered his inclusion on the National Register for Sex Offenders, declared him unfit to possess a firearm, and deemed him unsuitable to work with children. The victim, then 13, resided with her grandparents in the same yard as her attacker. Court proceedings revealed that the girl was repeatedly targeted. 'On one occasion, he entered her bedroom armed with a sjambok, demanding she become his second wife and bear his children. When she refused, he assaulted her with the sjambok before raping her,' says NPA regional spokesperson Monica Nyuswa. The abuse came to light when the victim's school noticed her absence from classes and dispatched social workers to her home. During their visit, the victim disclosed the rape, prompting a police investigation that led to an arrest. He pleaded not guilty, claiming the victim seduced him. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
26-06-2025
- The Citizen
Brave teen's testimony secures rapist's life sentence
MAYFLOWER – The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) welcomed a life imprisonment sentence handed down by the eLukwatini Magistrate's Court to a man convicted of raping of a 13-year-old girl. The crime occurred repeatedly in Mayflower between April and October 2019. In addition to the life sentence, the court ordered his inclusion on the National Register for Sex Offenders, declared him unfit to possess a firearm, and deemed him unsuitable to work with children. The victim, then 13, resided with her grandparents in the same yard as her attacker in Mayflower. Court proceedings revealed that the girl was repeatedly targeted. 'On one occasion, he entered her bedroom armed with a sjambok, demanding she become his second wife and bear his children. When she refused, he assaulted her with the sjambok before raping her,' said Monica Nyuswa, NPA regional spokesperson. The abuse came to light when the victim's school noticed her absence from classes and dispatched social workers to her home. During their visit, the victim disclosed the rape, prompting a police investigation that led to an arrest. He pleaded not guilty, claiming the victim seduced him. Read the complete article in Highvelder. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
20-06-2025
- The Citizen
Ermelo Court sentences man to life imprisonment for rape of seven-year-old boy
Ermelo Court sentences man to life imprisonment for rape of seven-year-old boy A 41-year-old man was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a seven-year-old boy in the Ermelo Regional Court on Friday, June 20. According to the National Prosecuting Authority's regional chairperson, Monica Nyuswa, on July 2023, the accused went to his friend's house where he was residing with the victim and requested to sleep as he was intoxicated. ALSO READ: Nkomazi court sentences rapist to 12 years in jail 'The accused shared the room with the victim and his father slept in a separate room. While sleeping, the accused undressed the minor boy and raped him. The victim screamed asking for help and the accused fled the scene. 'The victim was taken to Ermelo Thuthuzela Care Centre for medical examination and psychosocial support,' Nyuswa said. The accused was traced and arrested the same day at Mazakhele Section in Ermelo. Nuyswa said in court the accused claimed that he was intoxicated and denied raping the victim. Prosecutor Chané Rothman led credible evidence of the victim who testified using intermediary services. The victim's father also testified. ALSO READ: Mpumalanga police looking for family of man found dead in Vaalbank 'A medical report confirming injuries to the victim's private parts was presented in court. The accused was found guilty as charged.' Nyuswa said in aggravation of sentence, Rothman argued for the prescribed minimum sentence of life to be imposed on the accused, emphasising that the accused's behaviour warranted a strong societal message. The accused was sentenced to life imprisonment for rape. The court declared the accused unfit to possess a firearm, unsuitable to work with children and ordered his name entered into the National Register for Sexual Offenders. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
