Evans Zhou
RUSAPE — A 45-year-old man from the Chief Makoni area has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for raping his 12-year-old niece.
The Rusape Magistrates’ Court convicted the man after a full trial.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ), the abuse occurred on April 12 while the girl was resting in the house.
The man entered the room, made inappropriate advances, and, despite the girl’s resistance, committed the offence.
“She later confided in her aunt, who helped her report the incident to the police. The matter was investigated, leading to the man’s arrest and conviction,” the NPAZ said in a statement.
His name has been withheld to protect the identity of the minor.
Sexual abuse of minors is a serious offence under Zimbabwean law.
The Constitution and the Children’s Act guarantee children the right to safety, dignity, and justice.
