Is it rape or defilement?

Friday, May 13, 2016

Let them be: A campaign is on to protect school girls from sexual abuse

With the country reeling from a schoolgirl sex scandal that has implicated prominent politicians, questions are being raised on where the line is drawn between defilement and rape. Staff Writer, SHARON MATHALA clears the confusion

Is she 16 or is she 17 years old? What are the potential charges? Where is the line drawn?

Since the scandal broke out last week, social media has been rife with both terms being used interchangeably. Others have attempted to make a distinction, saying the age of the victim in the case determines which charge or term to use.

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Is it rape or defilement?

With the country reeling from a schoolgirl sex scandal that has implicated prominent politicians, questions are being raised on where the line is drawn between defilement and rape. Staff Writer, SHARON MATHALA clears the confusion

The projects magazine in collaboration with Stanbic bank launched the future of mining summit 2024

MISA Botswana celebrates World Press Freedom day

Unlawful wounding turns to murder

Mahalapye suspected copper cable thief nabbed

TAFIC targets top four finish

Selefu

Selefu

Repatriation underway for seven SA Pilgrims

Stakeholders must step up veggie supply