News24 | 'They just want to be heard': Young brothers' anguish continues after delay in uncle's rape trial

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The trial of a 44-year-old man accused of raping his nephews was postponed on Wednesday. (Google Streetview/Google Maps)

The trial of a 44-year-old man accused of raping his nephews was postponed on Wednesday. (Google Streetview/Google Maps)

Ready to testify against their uncle who allegedly raped and molested them, two young brothers will now have to wait another three months – a delay that has caused them trauma all over again.

The trial of the 44-year-old man, who cannot be named until he has pleaded to the charges, was meant to start in the Pretoria North Magistrate's Court on Wednesday.

He was expected to enter a plea on charges that include rape and sexual assault.

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