By: Natasha Archary and Keneiloe Huma

Former Bolt Driver Emmanuel Mudau has been sentenced to 2 life terms in prison, plus 60-years for 4 counts of rape, 4 counts of kidnapping and 2 for assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
Mudau was arrested on 26 February 2022 after targeting women who used his e-hailing services from Cosmo City to various destinations.
Instead of ensuring they reached their desired locations however, the 30-year old drove them to secluded areas where he instructed them to undress and proceeded to rape them.
Four women testified against Mudau, and in two separate incidents, the complainants who tried to escape were forced to succumb to his demands after he stabbed one, and strangled the other.
One of Mudau’s victims testified that she now lives with the trauma and fear which has become a part of her life.
State Advocate Coleen Ryan echoed these sentiments and argued that the court not deviate from the ordained sentences, stating that Emmanuel Mudau scarred his victims for the rest of their lives.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) welcomed the outcome against Mudau.
“As we reflect on this outcome, our thoughts are with the complainants and their families.
They suffered immeasurable pain, and the memory of this ordeal will remain irked in their minds for a lifetime. We, however, hope that they find solace in that the perpetrator has been removed from society.
The NPA commends the commitment from Adv. Ryan and investigating officer, Sergeant Mokwai for their efforts in delivering justice.
We also extend our gratitude to Court Preparation Officers, Judin Mbalati and Jennifer Sibisi for their unwavering support to the complainants, making sure that they were prepared to tell their ordeal in court.”
The Johannesburg High Court has sentenced a 30-year-old e-hailing driver to two life terms, plus 60 years, for rape and kidnapping. #Bolt driver #EmmanuelMudau targeted women who requested rides from Cosmo City early in 2022. KH #KayaNews pic.twitter.com/3gtFf2PqzC
— Kaya 959 News (@KayaNews) March 16, 2024
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