It was revealed that over 700 rape cases were reported in Mpumalanga between October to December, 2024, marking a 1,3% increase from 2023.

This was announced during a media briefing on Wednesday afternoon, where Acting Provincial Commissioner, General Zeph Mkhwanazi released the Crime Statistics for the third quarter.

According to statistics, most of the incidents occurred in residences of the perpetrators and public spaces.
General Mkhwanazi said the increase in rape cases has placed police in a bad position.
“All sexual related offences are a problem to us and it cannot be hidden that we need to claim that space and make sure we deal with it,” he said.

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Community Safety, Security and Liasion MEC, Jackie Macie commended the efforts of law enforcement agencies in reducing crime in most categories, while expressing concerns over the persistence of Sexual Offences.
He highlighted the importance of public awareness in combating Gender-Based-Violence and Femicide (GBVF) emphasizing the need for community collaboration.

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The suspect is expected to appear in the Emalahleni Magistrate’s Court on 6 September, 2024.

An assault case with intent to cause grievous bodily harm was opened by a 38-year-old woman and the matter was investigated leading to the arrest of a 42 year-old male suspect. However, the case was struck off the roll and the suspect was released.

“There are also allegations that came to the attention of the SAPS, regarding a delay by members to immediately open the case upon attending the said incident on that said day.Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) incidents are regarded as serious and the SAPS remains committed to responding promptly and effectively to all reports of such incidents,” reads a police statement.

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The Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi has since welcomed the support given to the victim. He encouraged members of the public to work hand-in-hand with the state organs assigned for this case and refrain from any interference or actions that may hinder the investigators and prosecution team.

“The team is working collaborately and professionally in order to do the correct thing. We do not want a situation that will derail the team unnecessary thereby opening loopholes for the suspect to walk free. We are happy that the date is set though we wished for an earlier date but let the wheel of justice move into the right direction, ” said the General.

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