Alison Botha, the courageous survivor of a horrific attack three decades ago, has recently given her followers a hopeful health update.
After suffering a brain aneurysm last year—an event her family links to the stress caused by the parole of her attackers—Alison is now appearing happy and healthy in new videos.
The Emotional Toll of Parole on Alison’s Health
Alison’s attackers, Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger, were released on parole in 2023 after serving nearly 30 years for the brutal 1994 assault that left Alison fighting for her life.
The devastating news of their release reportedly took a heavy toll on Alison’s health, contributing to her aneurysm.
Thankfully, earlier this year, the new Minister of Correctional Services, Pieter Groenewald, stepped in and revoked their parole.
Both men were returned to prison to serve the remainder of their sentences.
Alison Returns to Social Media With a Message of Hope
In a recent TikTok video, Alison appeared smiling and in good spirits as she told her followers she’s ready to reconnect after a long absence.
“I know I’ve been missing for a long time from social media,” she said. “There are good reasons for that, and I will tell you more soon.
But there are even more good reasons to be here now—to connect with you.”
Her social media team also shared a heartfelt message from Alison thanking everyone who helped fund her medical treatment after her aneurysm.
She encouraged her followers to stay strong through their own challenges, reminding them that tough times are only temporary patches.
Finding Strength in Support and Hope for the Future
Alison shared powerful words about resilience: “Whatever you’re going through, it’s just a patch.
It might hit you unexpectedly and feel heavy, but if you keep moving forward, you’ll come out the other side. Joy and happiness are waiting there for all of us.”
She also emphasized the importance of support from others. “You’re lucky if you have people cheering you on.
Sometimes their expectations feel heavy, but having someone believe in you helps remind you to believe in yourself.”
Alison concluded with a strong affirmation: “I WILL be okay!”
Justice and the Fight Against Parole for Serious Offenders
The story of Alison Botha’s attackers took a significant turn when Minister Pieter Groenewald revoked their parole in March 2025, sending Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger back behind bars.
Both were originally sentenced to life imprisonment in 1995, with the judge at the time emphasizing they were a permanent threat to society.
However, a 2004 Department of Justice policy made prisoners eligible for parole after 25 years, leading to their early release in 2023—news Alison only learned about through a phone call, without any prior consultation.
The parole and its emotional impact on Alison sparked fierce debate about whether serious offenders should be allowed parole at all, a question still very much alive today.