UB confirms lecturer, student rape allegation :: Mmegi Online

The University of Botswana (UB) has confirmed that indeed the police are investigating a rape case involving its senior lecturer and 18-year-old female student. Earlier today Mmegi Online broke the story that the police had arrested a senior lecturer suspected to have raped the student at the UB premises . The UB has since released a statement confirming the incident but the institution of higher education has not disclosed whether the lecturer will be suspended or not.

“The UB confirms receiving a case of alleged rape by one of its staff members concerning a student of the University. The case has already been reported to the Botswana Police Services (BPS) who are investigating the incident. The University is fully cooperating with the police to ensure a thorough and impartial handling of the matter,” read the statement.

The university assured members of the public that it is taking these allegations seriously and it is treating the matter with the sensitivity and urgency it deserves. "In the wake of such allegations, the University further assures its stakeholders of its commitment to zero tolerance to any form of sexual misconduct. Such commitment is demonstrated by the recent launch of the revised UB Sexual Harassment Policy through which the University aims to foster an environment of integrity and a safe space for all.”

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