Yesterday saw two of the contestants from Big Brother Mzansi removed from the house, and rumours immediately began circulating that a rape had occurred. Information was sorely lacking and word from Mzansi Magic, the channel which airs the show, was non-existent.

The latest developments have confirmed everyone’s suspicions as it is reported that Siyanda Ngwenya, who goes by the name ‘Adams’, assaulted Axola Mbengo (or ‘Bexx’) whilst she was asleep on Saturday night. Here’s IOL with more:

During Saturday night’s party, Adams and Bexx were drinking heavily and openly flirting with each other before going to bed together….

The two were last seen in bed cuddling and kissing before the Big Brother cameras moved away from them.

Now I was under the impression that everything was filmed so I find it hard to believe that they would not have footage of the goings-on in the bedroom.

Let’s not forget that it was just hours earlier that Big Brother was forced to reprimand Adams and K2, another housemate, for their sexual advances. IOL once more:

Earlier on Saturday night, K2 and Adams went a step too far when they grabbed and attempted to kiss Bexx in the dressing room. The two sandwiched her while she was standing in front of the mirror, and kissed her on her cheek while groping her bum.

Bexx looked visibly uncomfortable and walked away. The men later apologised to her and Big Brother issued them each a strike for the inappropriate behaviour.

Adams then told housemates the next day that he had ‘dipped her’, although he wasn’t sure if she would remember as she was passed out at the time. Yes Adams, that is what the rest of the world calls rape. Bexx then later told housemates she had not consented to the sexual encounter.

Both have been removed from the house and Mzansi Magic released this statement:

 At this stage it is not exactly clear what transpired between Bexx and Adams. Having suspected that there may have been an incident of sexual misconduct, Mzansi Magic acted by removing both individuals from the house.

Currently, Bexx and Adams are receiving support and assistance from Mzansi Magic. They are both in the care of professionals and have been given the opportunity to contact family and friends.

In a country that is considered one of the rape capitals of the world you would think 24-hour surveillance might prevent such incidents. We should expect much more from Mzansi Magic than just a strongly-worded statement. Sort it out guys, this is just not good enough.

[sources:iol&timeslive]