Man and woman convicted of trafficking woman into prostitution in KZN

A man and a woman have been convicted of human trafficking and several related offences in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. According to prosecutors, the pair lured a woman to the region and subjected her to rape, kidnapping, and forced prostitution. The individuals were found guilty of multiple charges, including trafficking in persons, kidnapping, operating a brothel, procuring a female for prostitution, and occupying premises used for the defilement of a female.

One of the accused was additionally found guilty of two counts of rape and assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, while the other was convicted on one count of rape.

The alleged victim, who was an adult at the time, was reportedly lured to KwaZulu-Natal by the accused, who covered her expenses. Upon arrival at a house in the Malvern area, she was allegedly raped twice by the first accused individual and prevented from leaving. She reportedly pleaded to leave the house multiple times, which angered the first accused, causing him to assault her.

The victim managed to contact her sister, who alerted the police, leading to the rescue of the woman and the arrest of the accused individuals. The case has been adjourned until September 25, 2026, for sentencing proceedings in the Pinetown Regional Court.