Limpopo Teacher, 56, Jailed Over Alleged Rape Of 18-Year-Old Learner

A 56-year-old male teacher has been remanded in custody after appearing before the Mahwelereng Magistrate’s Court in connection with the alleged rape of an 18-year-old learner.

The case was heard on Wednesday and has since been postponed to 25 March to allow for further investigation.

Alleged Incident Linked to Confiscated Exam Cellphone By Teacher

According to police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba, the suspect was arrested following an incident reported at a secondary school within the Mahwelereng policing area.

“It is alleged that the learner was previously confronted by an educator after being suspected of using a cellphone during an examination. The cellphone was confiscated, and she was later instructed to return with money in order to retrieve it.

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“Upon her return, the educator allegedly instructed the learner to follow him to a restroom in the premises where the incident reportedly occurred,” Ledwaba said.

Police Vow Strong Action Against Gender-Based Violence

Ledwaba further revealed that Limpopo’s Provincial Commissioner of Police, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has reaffirmed law enforcement’s stance against gender-based violence.

Authorities have stressed their commitment to ensuring that those accused of such crimes face the full might of the law.