A 57-year-old foreign businessman in Bulawayo’s Kumalo area faces charges for allegedly raping his 27-year-old maid, who has mental health challenges.
The maid became pregnant after multiple assaults. The businessman denied paternity until a DNA test showed a 99.9% match.
The court postponed the trial for a mental health evaluation, confirming the maid’s Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Mild Intellectual Disability, rendering her unable to consent to sexual activity.
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The businessman’s son was acquitted of similar charges. The family seeks legal action to appeal this decision.
The businessman pays $60 monthly for child support but denies allegations, claiming extortion. The case raises concerns about vulnerability and exploitation.