Natasha Ramkisson-Kara, NPA Regional (KZN Division) spokesperson, said the girl was outside on the day of the incident when the accused called her to his house and raped her.
“She told another neighbour what had happened but the incident was not immediately reported. Later, the girl’s mother was told what had happened.”
The accused was arrested, and the girl was taken to the Madadeni Thuthuzela Care Centre, where she received the necessary psycho-social services, counselling, and support.
In the aggravation of the sentence, Prosecutor Simphiwe Scelo Hlela led the testimony of the mother, who said her daughter still showed signs of trauma and was always anxious.
The mother told the court that the girl needs to be constantly reassured that the accused will not be returning to where they live.
In addition to the life sentence, the court ordered that the accused’s particulars be entered into the National Register for Sex Offenders.
“The National Prosecuting Authority welcomes the successful finalisation of this matter, as it affirms our commitment to curbing the scourge of gender-based violence and sexual offences. We commend the work done by the prosecution and SAPS,” Ramkisson-Kara said.
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