Limpopo Scholar transporter arrested for rape of a 5-year-old girl

A 35-year-old scholar transporter was arrested on Thursday in Mafefe Village, Limpopo for allegedly raping a 5-year-old girl. The incident allegedly occurred between January and March 2025.

The scholar transporter in Mafefe allegedly raped the child after picking her up from school. He reportedly dropped off other children as usual, and instead of taking the victim straight home, he allegedly raped her inside the vehicle.

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The suspect allegedly threatened the child not to report the incident, but she finally disclosed it to her grandmother during the Easter weekend.

A case of rape was opened which was transferred to the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences unit for further investigation. The suspect was subsequently arrested on Thursday.

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The Acting Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Major General Samuel Manala, has condemned the incident. He added that it is very shocking how innocent children continue to be tormented by heartless criminals.

“We urge parents and guardians to keep supporting their children when they report abuse so that the perpetrators can be arrested and held accountable for their horrendous actions,” concluded Major General Manala.

The suspect is expected to appear before the Thabamoopo Magistrate’s Court soon to face a charge of rape.