04/06/2026
A 58-year-old man of Mbangweni appeared in court yesterday following his arrest by Nhlangano in connection with the alleged r**e of a minor.
The man was arrested and charged after received a report that on May 24, 2026 at about 1900 hours, it was discovered that a 15-year-old girl had been r**ed while at a children’s home in Nhlangano.
An investigation was launched and findings led officers to the , who was a security guard at the institution.
According to available information, on the day of the incident the victim was with another child when the suspect accosted them. He sent the other child away and took the victim into the guard house, where he allegedly sexually assaulted her. The child he sent away reportedly lingered outside and witnessed the act.
The Royal Eswatini Police Service condemns in the strongest terms sexual violations against minor children, girls and women. views such acts as abhorrent and a gross violation of human rights. The further appeal to parents, guardians, caregivers and institutions to remain vigilant and create safe environments for children at all times. Protecting children is everyone's responsibility. Let us work together to end this scourge.
