The Non Governmental Organization has welcomed the conviction of local musician Clifford Dimba popularly known as General Kanene.
Kanene, who was found guilty of defilement, has been committed to the High Court for sentencing.
Below is the full statement:
5th February 2014
NGOCC WELCOMES CONVICTION OF GENERAL KANENE
The Non Governmental Organisations’ Coordinating Council (NGOCC) welcomes the conviction of renowned Zambian musician, Clifford Dimba, also popularly known as General Kanene for the offence of having carnal knowledge of a minor.
As an organisation, we have been deeply concerned at the ever-increasing sexual cases against women and girls in particular.
It is totally unacceptable and barbaric for men to continue abusing innocent and sometimes vulnerable young girls. Studies have shown that the effects of sexual abuse of young girls is intense, not only to the victim by to society as a whole.
We hope therefore that the conviction and subsequent sentencing of General Kanene will serve as a deterrent to other would be criminals who indulge of these evil acts.
We would like to take this opportunity to appeal to our Courts to re-look at the punishment for these sexual offences, as the current ones do not seem to be acting as a deterrent enough given the increased cases.
As the women’s movement, we shall not rest until all criminals that sexually abuse women and girls are brought to book.
For/On Behalf
NGOCC
Engwase B. MWALE
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