Life Imprisonment For Rape Of Biological Daughter

The Madadeni Regional Court sentenced a 48-year-old man to life imprisonment, for the rape of his biological daughter from 2014 to 2015 in the Osizweni area. The girl was nine years old, and this happened at their home. She eventually became ill and discovered that she was HIV positive. This was a shock to her as she had never had sexual intercourse with anyone, apart from the rape incidents by her father. She revealed the rape to her sister and their father was subsequently arrested

In court, Regional Court Prosecutor Eddie Mbewu led the testimonies of the girl, her sister who was the first report and a medical doctor. Mbewu also submitted a Victim Impact Statement to the court, compiled by the girl and facilitated by Court Preparation Officer, Sthembile Cebekhulu. In her statement, the girl said that she is now fearful of men and is still haunted by the incidents. She feels ashamed and finds it difficult to cope with the thought that her biological father raped and infected her with HIV.

The National Prosecuting Authority welcomes the successful finalisation of this matter.

Issued by

Natasha Ramkisson-Kara

NPA Regional Spokesperson

KZN Division

Enquiries:071 6700 229/ nramkisson@npa.gov.za