Alleged Thembisa serial rapist set to go on trial

BENONI – Ekurhuleni community leaders are demanding alleged serial rapist Sipho Lucas Phiri be locked up for good.He’s accused of inflicting a reign of terror for six years, allegedly raping 37 women — some as young as 15.He’s set to go on trial but is attempting to bar eNCA’s cameras from televising proceedings.READ: Alleged serial rapist back in the dockPhiri is charged with 145 counts which include rape, kidnapping, pointing a firearm, fraud, obstruction of justice and forcing someone to witness a sexual act.Since his arrest in January 2023 he’s been remanded in custody. His trial…