11-Year-Old Girl in Atlantis Gives Birth After Alleged Rape by Mother’s Boyfriend

The Atlantis community in South Africa is in shock after an 11-year-old girl gave birth last week, reportedly following sexual abuse by her mother’s 32-year-old boyfriend. The child has been placed in a place of safety while a court case proceeds. Both the suspect and the mother appeared in Atlantis Magistrates Court. The 32-year-old man faces rape charges and is expected back on May 26 for a formal bail application. The mother was charged with failing to report a sexual offence and remains in custody pending her own bail hearing. Local lawmakers have condemned the violence and raised concerns over inadequate resources for child survivors. Members of Parliament are pressing police leadership for answers after reports that Atlantis station lacked rape kits for minors and adults. They say proper evidence collection is crucial to securing convictions and addressing gender-based violence.

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