# Women and Men Against Child Abuse has welcomed the conviction of former preschool teacher Amber-Lee Hughes, who confessed to drowning her boyfriend’s four-year-old daughter in 2023. The High Court in Johannesburg found her guilty of the premeditated murder and rape of Nada-Jane Challita. She will be sentenced in October. WMACA says Hughes should receive a life sentence. It adds this heartbreaking case highlights the urgent need to address the dangers children face from abusive stepparents or unsuitable partners trusted with their care.
WMACA calls for a life sentence for Amber-Lee Hughes