Limpopo pastor sentenced to 15 years for rape

A Pastor, Thabiso Victor Mongatane [42] has been sentenced to 15 years imprisonment for the rape of a 25-year-old female after making her believe that she had a condition that needed spiritual intervention at Masodi village in Limpopo. The incident occurred on Wednesday 07 September 2022.

The Court heard that in March 2022, the victim’s mother fell sick and the accused was recommended by a relative to assist in curing her illness.

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The 25-year-old victim drove her mother to Masodi village and found Mongatane who treated the mother of her sickness.

The Court further heard that on 4 September 2022, the Pastor Prophesied the victim and told her to come back after two days to get assistance about her obstacles. The victim drove back to the premises to get treatment from the Pastor on Wednesday 7 September 2022.

Upon arrival, the victim was ordered to take off her clothes and cover her body for steaming. Mongatane further left the victim for a few minutes and returned afterwards. He then ordered the victim not to dress because he wanted to continue with the treatment and she complied. The accused then took advantage of the victim and raped her during the treatment session.

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A rape case was opened at the local police and the matter was transferred to Mokopane Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offenses (FCS).

During the court proceedings, Mongatane was later granted R1000,00 bail until he was convicted and sentenced to fifteen (15) years direct imprisonment at the Mahwelereng Regional court on Monday 07 April 2025.