Two brothers sentenced to 25 years each for raping 14-year-old girl in Northern Cape

Two brothers from Concordia in the Northern Cape have each been sentenced to 25 years’ direct imprisonment for the rape of a 14-year-old schoolgirl who was attacked while walking home.

The Springbok Regional Court handed down the sentences on Friday, November 6, 2026, after finding the brothers, aged 37 and 40, guilty of rape.

According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), the incident occurred on April 5, 2024, when the girl was walking home in the evening.

The court heard that the brothers approached the teenager, pursued and overpowered her before sexually assaulting her.

The victim subsequently reported the attack and underwent a medical examination, which revealed strong clinical evidence of sexual assault.

The brothers were arrested on April 6, 2024, and remained in custody throughout their trial.

They pleaded not guilty and disputed being identified as the perpetrators. However, after hearing the evidence, the court convicted both men on November 5, 2026.

Court orders brothers placed on sex offenders register

In addition to the 25-year prison sentences, the court declared both brothers unsuitable to work with children.

Their names will be recorded in the National Child Protection Register, while their particulars will also be included in the National Register for Sex Offenders.

Both men were also declared unfit to possess firearms.

Namakwa District Commissioner Brigadier Schalk Andrews welcomed the sentences, describing the convictions as a demonstration of the importance of thorough police investigations.

“The successful conviction and sentencing of these offenders demonstrate the value of professional police work and thorough investigations,” Andrews said.

Police investigator praised for securing convictions

Andrews commended investigating officer Constable Lizaan Wanza for her role in securing the convictions, saying her work had been instrumental in ensuring justice for the victim.

“Constable Lizaan Wanza displayed exceptional dedication, determination and compassion throughout the investigation. Her efforts ensured that crucial evidence was secured and presented before court, ultimately contributing to the successful conviction of the perpetrators,” Andrews said.

He reiterated that crimes against women and children remained a priority for SAPS.

“Crimes committed against women and children remain a priority for the South African Police Service,” Andrews said.

“This sentence sends a strong message that offenders who prey on the vulnerable will be pursued relentlessly and brought before the courts to account for their actions.” 

The district commissioner also encouraged victims of gender-based violence and sexual offences to report such crimes, assuring communities that police remained committed to protecting women and children and ensuring justice for victims.

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