Is it rape or defilement?

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

Latest Stories
170064

We didn’t force anyone to the warfront - Russia

Tracking trails to Russia

Ukraine engages special services to seek Batswana in war

A family’s worst fear

BCP faces unprecedented internal rift

A crisis amplified across the border

Delays, dispute over Kgosi estate, State yet to return assets

Botswana finally buries Colonial-Era anti-gay laws

Editor's Comment
Shame on State looters

“Your and my legitimacy relies on fighting corruption, discrimination and seeking justice.”– Imam KhameneiThis is laid bare in the recently released Auditor General’s report of 2023. The report highlights that government was plundered off millions of pula in wasteful expenditure and irregular procurement at a time when the country was grappling for every thebe to save its citizens. The report reveals that millions set aside for the...

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up