10-year-old girl allegedly raped by 13-year-old relative

A 10-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her 13-year-old relative in a village under Mashashane, Limpopo.

It is alleged that on Monday, 21 September 2026, at about 13:00, the principal of a local primary school arrived at the home of the girl’s uncle with the child.

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The principal informed the uncle that the girl had disclosed that she had allegedly been raped by a member of the household where she resides.

The child reportedly identified a 13-year-old boy, who also lives in the same household, as the alleged perpetrator. She was subsequently taken to a local hospital for medical attention.

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The Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit in Seshego has been notified and is investigating the matter. The 13-year-old suspect has not been arrested as investigations continue.