THE Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal was among the many parties that welcomed the maximum sentence handed down to ‘Highway Rapist’, Moses Mavila in the Pinetown Magistrate’s Court on Friday.
This after Mavila was sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape of 32 women over a period of three years.
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Mavila was sentenced to 25 years for each count of rape – to run consecutively. He was also sentenced to 15 years for 27 counts of robbery and a further 10 years for the attempted rape of two women. These last two sentences will run concurrently. His name will also be added to the sexual offender’s register.
DA KZN spokesperson on Social Development, Elma Rabe, said the DA welcomes the judgement against Mavila who raped and robbed innocent victims after luring them with the pretext of work.
“Mavila stripped his victims of dignity and self-confidence and belongs behind bars for the rest of his life. It is also significant that he showed no remorse throughout his trial. Essentially, the only reason he stopped committing these heinous crimes is because he was caught,” said Rabe.
She said the DA sincerely hopes that this sentencing will bring some closure to the women who have bravely come forward and reported their horrific experiences.
“They deserve to continue their lives with hope for the future,” said Rabe
Read more in this week’s Highway Mail about the sentencing.
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