By BAKANG MOKOTO
23 September 2025- The deputy principal (53) at Bronkhorstspruit Primary School, who is accused of raping a learner (8), was granted a R5000 bail by the Bronkhorstspruit Magistrate’s Court. The deputy principal was instructed to report at Bronkhorstspruit Police Station twice a week (Mondays and Fridays between 6am and 6pm).
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in Gauteng, Lumka Mahanjana said he was also ordered to refrain from contacting the complainant or her family, inform the investigating officer of any address change, and attend all court appearances. Mahanjana said he is facing three counts of rape for allegedly raping a learner.
“It is alleged that between June 2024 and August 2025, the accused raped the child on three occasions during school hours on school premises. The abuse came to light when the mother noticed the child walking strangely and upon inquiry, the child disclosed the incidents.
“The mother reported the matter to the police, leading to the accused’s arrest on 1 September 2025. In court, rosecutor Mantshadi Tumelo Ledwaba, opposed the accused release on bail and argued that the accused was a flight risk and is facing serious offences against a child,” she said.
Mahanjana further said, however, the magistrate found exceptional circumstances justifying his release on bail. She added that the matter was postponed to 24 October 2025, for regional court.
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