Did Malema violate Children's Act in the Cwecwe case photo op?

SOUTH Africa continues to grapple with the haunting case of seven-year-old Cwecwe, whose parents allege she was raped at Bergview College.

- SIFISO MAHLANGU

The heartbreaking story sparked national outrage, igniting protests, widespread social media support, and renewed calls for justice in a country plagued by Gender-Based Violence.

But now, amid fading public attention, another question has emerged: Did Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema break the law when he publicly posed for photos with Cwecwe's parents?

The Children’s Act of South Africa is explicit when it comes to the rights of minors who are victims of sexual abuse.

The Act is designed to protect the dignity, safety, and privacy of child victims, shielding them from further trauma or public scrutiny.

In this context, the recent images of Julius Malema with Thandekile and Mlungiseleli Mtshinzana - Cwecwe's parents - have drawn sharp criticism and legal scrutiny.