Polokwane – A 42-year-old radio presenter accused of raping his ex-girlfriend is expected to appear before the Moutse Magistrate’s Court in Limpopo on Thursday, 8 January 2026.
Police spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba said the 39-year-old complainant, who is a presenter at a local radio station, reported that she was raped by her colleague and ex-boyfriend.
The incident allegedly occurred on Boxing Day, Friday, 26 December 2025, at about 10:45 at an RDP house in Walkaal.
“According to the complainant, after knocking off duty, she returned to the radio station to collect some of her belongings that she initially left,” said Brigadier Mashaba.
“The suspect allegedly followed her and later offered to assist in carrying the belongings to her place of residence.
“Upon arrival, the suspect allegedly raped her.
“The suspect was subsequently arrested on the 30th December 2025 and appeared before the court on the same day.”
The radio presenter, who has not yet been named, was remanded in custody until Thursday, 8 January 2026.
“Violence against women and children will never be tolerated. Anyone found committing such inhumane acts will be harshly dealt with, irrespective of social standing,” said Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General Jan Scheepers.
Police investigations are ongoing.
