The conviction relates to a December 2023 attack at the Kariega railway station, where a female security officer was raped during a robbery incident.

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According to police, dedicated investigative work and DNA analysis conducted by the Provincial Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit together with the Serious and Violent Crime Investigation team led to the accused being positively linked to the crime. DNA evidence also connected him to a separate rape case in Butterworth, where he had already been serving a lengthy prison sentence.

The court sentenced the accused on five counts. It further ordered that his name be entered into the National Register for Sex Offenders and declared him unfit to possess a firearm.

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Nelson Mandela Bay District Commissioner, Major General Vuyisile Ncata, commended Detective Constable Vuyolwethu Mpendu and the investigative team for their commitment and perseverance in securing justice for the survivor.

The South African Police Service reaffirmed its firm stance against gender based violence and its ongoing commitment to protecting vulnerable members of the community.

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Omotoso, the founder of Jesus Dominion International church, left South Africa on Sunday. His trial, which spanned eight years, had drawn widespread attention for its serious nature—he once faced over 90 charges, including rape, human trafficking, and racketeering. Last month, the Gqeberha High Court acquitted him of 32 charges.

Despite the acquittal, the NPA believes the court made a grave error and is determined to pursue the matter. According to spokesperson Advocate Mthunzi Mhaga, Omotoso’s presence is not required for the appeal, which will involve legal arguments and judicial review rather than witness testimony.

“There was no legal basis to stop Omotoso from leaving,” Mhaga explained. “He is not a fugitive. If our appeal is successful, we will begin extradition proceedings using all legal avenues available.”

That includes South Africa’s bilateral extradition treaty with Nigeria and Commonwealth frameworks.

Omotoso’s case has sparked national debate—not only for the disturbing nature of the charges, but also because of the unwavering support he continues to receive from some followers. Critics, including women’s rights groups, have condemned public rallies that celebrated his acquittal.

While Omotoso’s flight may signal a pause in his personal saga, for survivors and justice advocates, the outcome of the appeal could mark a new chapter in their long and painful pursuit of accountability.

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The Gqeberha High Court has sentenced Moses Gqesha, 45, to eight life terms following his conviction on 12 charges, including rape, kidnapping, and robbery, in a case that has gripped the nation and sparked renewed calls for justice in gender-based violence cases.

Gqesha was found guilty of the brutal rape of activist and businesswoman Andisiwe Kawa, a well-known advocate and entrepreneur. The court heard that in 2020, Gqesha lured Kawa under false pretenses, claiming to be a building contractor interested in a business collaboration. He later kidnapped her at gunpoint, held her captive, and repeatedly assaulted her over several days. During this time, he also robbed her of personal belongings and subjected her to psychological torment.

Delivering the sentence, the judge described the crimes as “calculated, callous, and cruel,” rejecting the defense’s plea for leniency. The court emphasized the lifelong trauma inflicted on the survivor and the importance of holding perpetrators fully accountable.

The ruling has been hailed as a milestone in South Africa’s ongoing battle against gender-based violence. Women’s rights groups have praised the sentence, calling it a long-overdue example of the justice system taking a firm stand against such heinous crimes.

Kawa’s ordeal and the trial have reignited conversations nationwide about the safety of women, systemic failures, and the urgent need for stronger protections for survivors of violent crimes.

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