58-year-old Teacher Accused Of Raping 13-year-old Still At Large

Some members of the community of Makotopong outside Polokwane, Limpopo, are concerned that a 58-year-old primary school teacher who allegedly raped a 13-year-old learner, has not yet been arrested.

Department of Education Spokesperson Mike Maringa said on Friday that a rape charge against the teacher was laid last week after he was found with the learner in the school office.

It is alleged that the teacher had been raping the minor since November last year.

Residents allege that he may also have raped three other minors over the years.

Community leader Michael Lekota says security is needed at schools.