A Harare mother is behind bars for her part in a sickening crime. The 49-year-old woman was sentenced to five years in prison for helping her 29-year-old son rape their 15-year-old maid. The teenager was lured from her rural home with the promise of a job. The son received a hefty 15-year jail term for the brutal assault.
The shocking case concluded at the Harare Regional Court on September 15, 2025. The court heard how the mother actively set up the attack on the vulnerable girl she was supposed to employ.
A Sinister Setup In Hatfield Home
The nightmare began when the mother and son brought the teenager from Chipinge to their house on Scott Road in Hatfield. They offered her work as a maid. But on June 10, the mother’s true intentions became clear. She deliberately created the opportunity for her son to attack.
She made sure the girl was alone and vulnerable. She then allowed her son to accompany the victim to bed. A court official revealed the mother’s chilling knowledge, stating, “The mother facilitated for her son to accompany the victim where she was supposed to retire to bed knowing that he had bad intentions.” That night, the son raped the young girl without her consent.
Mother Silenced Victim’s Cry For Help
In a devastating betrayal, the brave teenager reported the rape to his mother afterwards. Instead of helping her, the woman chose to protect her predator son. She completely covered up the crime. This heartless act of concealment led directly to her own conviction and jail time.
The pair initially faced more serious charges. They were charged with trafficking in persons for bringing the girl to Harare under false pretences. However, the court acquitted them on this charge. The acquittal was due to insufficient evidence to meet the strict legal definition of trafficking.
Teenage Victim Now In Safe Hands
The focus now is on the recovery of the young survivor. Authorities have confirmed the victim is now safe and receiving support. The victim has since been placed in a safe location under protective services. She is being shielded from further harm after her horrific ordeal.
The case has sent shockwaves through the community. A source close to the investigation told us, “The cruelty of exploiting a child’s hope for employment to abuse her is unimaginable. The sentences reflect the severity of these twisted acts.”
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