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An inter-ministerial task force on smuggling recently uncovered 150 bags of 50kg fertiliser and seeds from the Presidential Inputs Scheme at a house in Queensdale Suburb, Bulawayo. The fertiliser, intended to support farmers, was allegedly being sold illegally.
<a href="https://cite.org.zw/presidential-farming-inputs-found-in-byo-smuggling-bust/#Asakhe">CITE</a> reported sources within the National Anti-Smuggling Task Force as saying the fertiliser was discovered after a tip-off. Said a source:
<blockquote>
On December 27, 2024, at around 9 am, while on duty, we arrived at No. 15 Connolly Road, Queensdale, acting on a tip-off about suspected smuggled goods.
Instead of finding contraband, we discovered large quantities of fertiliser resembling those from the Presidential Inputs Scheme.
</blockquote>
The house owner, Wallace Mapiye (40), denied ownership of the fertiliser and implicated Edgar Bhiri (28) of Njube as the person responsible. Mapiye then led the task force to Bhiri, who was intercepted en route to a church in Emganwini.
Bhiri admitted to delivering the fertiliser to Mapiye’s home and claimed to have obtained the goods from Tawanda Sibanda (56) of Mpopoma. He also alleged that he was instructed to sell the products and receive a share of the proceeds.
The task force subsequently located Sibanda at his residence, where he was apprehended. During questioning, Sibanda revealed that he had received the fertiliser from a woman identified only as Yvonne, an extension officer, whose contact information was shared with authorities.
Sibanda allegedly admitted to receiving 150 bags of 50kg compound D fertilizer for sale and assigned Bhiri to handle the transactions.
All three suspects—Mapiye, Bhiri, and Sibanda—were taken to ZRP Queensdale. An official report was filed, and the case was referred to the police anti-corruption unit.
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150 bags of presidential fertiliser and seeds were found hidden at a house in Bulawayo. The fertiliser, meant for farmers, was being sold illegally. The owner of the house denied owning the fertiliser and accused someone else of being responsible. The person then led authorities to another person involved. The authorities found out that the fertiliser was received from a woman named Yvonne, who is an extension officer. The suspects were taken to ZRP Queensdale, and the case was referred to the police anti-corruption unit.

Stolen 150 Bags Of Presidential Fertiliser Found Hidden At Bulawayo House

A 35-year-old woman from Tsholotsho has filed an appeal with the High Court after being sentenced to an effective 20 months in prison by Magistrate Lesigo Ngwenya for disciplining two teenage girls.
As reported by <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/mother-appeals-jail-term-for-disciplining-teenagers/">Chronicle</a>, Qiniso Ndlovu’s altercation with the girls, known for their disruptive behaviour and frequenting local bars, escalated when they allegedly used vulgar and provocative language. Angered by their conduct, Ndlovu reportedly struck them with a stick.
However, the trial revealed conflicting evidence. A medical report submitted to the court indicated that the girls sustained serious injuries, including near-broken limbs, allegedly caused by a pick handle, though the weapon was not produced as evidence.
In her appeal, Ndlovu, represented by Makiya and Partners, contends that the magistrate erred by failing to consider community service as a more appropriate punishment. Argued Ndlovu:
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The court “a quo” erred in passing a custodial sentence to the appellant despite her having pleaded to the charge and being a first offender.
The effective sentence of 20 months was so excessive as to induce a sense of shock for a first-time female offender who pleaded to the charge, where the sentencing guidelines provide for a non-custodial sentence in the form of a fine not exceeding Level 14.
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Ndlovu further argues that the court failed to adequately consider her mitigating circumstances.
As a widow, a single mother, and the sole provider for three young children, she contends that the custodial sentence has effectively separated her from her dependents.
In her appeal, Ndlovu implores the court to overturn the current sentence and remand the case to the lower court for a more appropriate and just sentencing.
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A woman from Tsholotsho was sent to jail for hitting two rowdy girls with a stick. The girls were hurt, but there was no proof of what weapon was used. The woman, who is a widow and mother of three, says the punishment is too harsh because she is a first-time offender. She wants the court to change the sentence to community service instead of jail time. Now she is appealing to the High Court for help.

Tsholotsho Woman Jailed 20 Months For "Disciplining" Rowdy Teenage Girls

Police have raised concerns about the high number of murder cases reported across the country in the past week.
In a statement, Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said that 47 murder cases were recorded between December 20 and December 26, 2024.
Nyathi said many of these incidents stemmed from disputes at beer-drinking spots or during sporting events and family and community conflicts during gatherings. Some cases involved individuals settling personal scores.
One particularly tragic incident involved a 22-year-old man from Kuwadzana, Harare, who fatally assaulted his 70-year-old grandmother on Boxing Day because she did not give him a Christmas present. 
Commissioner Nyathi’s statement highlights the severity of this issue:
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27TH December 2024
ZIMBABWE REPUBLIC POLICE EXPRESSES CONCERN OVER MURDER CASES IN THE COUNTRY
The Zimbabwe Republic Police is concerned with the number of murder cases which are being recorded throughout the country. 47 cases of murder have been received during the period 20th December 2024 to 26th December 2024.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police has established that the murder cases are emanating from disputes at beer drinking binge or sporting activities, family and community disputes during gatherings, attacks by unknown suspects while walking at night, the settling of scores during Christmas Day by individuals and groups and fighting over girlfriends, among others.
In one of the cases which occurred on 25th December 2024 at around 1900 hours at Machipisa Tuckshops, Mwenezi, Triangle, Mastard Chauke (22) had a misunderstanding with Tongai Moyo who had bumped into him during a beer-drinking spree.
Mastard Chauke threw a stone towards Tongai Moyo which hit Ostern Mangaru (29) on the chest instead. The victim fell to the ground and died on the spot.
In another murder case which occurred on 25th December 2024 at around 2100 hours. Learnmore Mudzengi (36) stabbed Sydney Mudzengi (21) with a Columbian knife once on the chest at Musavezi Business Centre, Shurugwi.
The suspect allegedly had a misunderstanding with the victim over a token which went missing whilst playing pool.
After committing the offence, the suspect fled from the scene and was later apprehended by the Police for the due process of the law to take its course.
On 26th December 2024 at around 0100 hours and at a house in Kuwadzana 7, Harare, Nihipalakar Muyaya (22) allegedly assaulted his grandmother, Agnes Duri (70) with clenched fists and booted feet for not giving him a present during the Christmas period.
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The victim was later found lying lifeless in her room with blood coming out of her mouth and ears. The suspect was subsequently arrested.
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Meanwhile, the Zimbabwe Republic Police is investigating circumstances surrounding the death of Polite Nyauro (23) who was found lifeless at Chipfuvamiti Primary School, Makonde on 26th December 2024.
The victim had been reported missing after he had gone for a beer-drinking binge at Chipfuvamiti Business Centre, Makonde in the company of his two brothers on the 25th December 2024.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police urges the public to find peaceful methods of resolving disputes or differences at the family and society levels.
The church, traditional leaders, and the general community are implored to join the effort to ensure the public respects the sanctity of human life.
The Police will continue to engage communities to promote the culture of law-abiding citizens in all facets of life.
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The police in Zimbabwe are very worried because there have been 47 cases of murder in just one week. People are fighting and hurting each other over small things, like arguments at bars or disagreements during games. One sad case involved a 22-year-old man who hurt his 70-year-old grandmother because she didn't give him a Christmas present. The police want everyone to solve their problems peacefully and respect each other's lives. The community, churches, and leaders need to work together to make sure everyone follows the laws and does not hurt others.

Harare Man Kills His Grandmother For Not Giving Him A Christmas Present

Three assailants fatally stabbed a 39-year-old man from Lower Gweru in a revenge attack on Christmas Eve.
Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, the ZRP spokesperson for Midlands Province, confirmed the incident which occurred around 11 PM.
The victim, Nqobizitha Mazibuko, was attacked along a dusty road leading from Madigane Business Centre in Madigane Village, under Chief Sogwala. Said Mahoko:
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Mazibuko’s assailants, identified as Thabani Mpofu, Nqabutho Bhebhe, and Nkosilathi, confronted him about a past assault, seeking revenge. Despite Mazibuko’s attempt to flee, the suspects chased after him and fatally stabbed him.
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An eyewitness attempted to intervene and save Mazibuko from the attack but was unable to do so. Said Mahoko:
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The suspects fled the scene, leaving Mazibuko lying on the road. Mazibuko’s body was discovered around 5 AM on Christmas Day.
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Mahoko said police officers from Maboleni responded to the scene and are currently investigating the incident.
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A 39-year-old man named Nqobizitha Mazibuko was stabbed to death by three people in a revenge attack on Christmas Eve in Lower Gweru. The attackers, Thabani Mpofu, Nqabutho Bhebhe, and Nkosilathi, chased Mazibuko and killed him even though he tried to run away. An eyewitness tried to help but couldn't stop the attack. The attackers ran away, leaving Mazibuko's body on the road. The police are now investigating the incident.

Lower Gweru Man (39) Killed By 3 Assailants In Revenge Attack

Community members successfully thwarted the theft of a ZESA transformer at Max Village in Vengere, Rusape, on Christmas Day, thereby preventing another prolonged blackout in the area.
The would-be vandals, believed to be the same gang responsible for stealing a transformer at the same site just months ago, fled into the darkness, leaving the transformer intact after realising they had been seen.
Their previous heist had plunged the whole of Rusape into darkness for almost a month.
Assistant Inspector Wiseman Chinyoka, spokesperson for the ZRP in Manicaland Province, confirmed the incident and commended the alert community members for preventing the potential vandalization of the transformer. Said Chinyoka (via <a href="https://www.manicapost.co.zw/new-thieves-foiled-in-attempt-to-steal-zesa-transformer-in-rusape/">The Manica Post</a>):
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On December 25 around 3 AM, police received a tip-off about potential thieves targeting a transformer at Max Village, Vengere.
Thanks to swift action from the Officer in Charge at Rusape Central and active community members, police arrived promptly and thwarted the attempted theft.
We urge everyone to remain cautious and look out for one another, especially during this festive season when thieves often take advantage of the celebratory atmosphere.
As a result of the swift action the would-be vandals were chased away, and the transformer was saved. 
The community’s prompt response has ensured that Vengere will enjoy an uninterrupted power supply this festive season.
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In Rusape, community members stopped thieves from stealing a ZESA transformer on Christmas Day. The thieves ran away when they were spotted, avoiding a blackout like the one they caused before. The police and community worked together to prevent the theft. The police thanked the community for their quick help. Now, the village will have power during the holidays. Everyone is reminded to be careful, especially during celebrations when thieves might try to steal things. The people in Rusape worked together to keep their electricity and stop the thieves.

Quick-Thinking Locals Foil Transformer Theft In Rusape

Police in Midlands Province have urged the public not to take the law into their own hands following a tragic incident in Gokwe North District.
A father, Trymore Hora, is now facing a murder charge after allegedly fatally assaulting his 14-year-old son, Charlton Hora, with a sjambok.
The assault occurred after Trymore accused Charlton of raping his two-and-a-half-year-old sister.
Instead of celebrating Christmas together, the family from Matemazondo in Nembudziya found themselves grappling with the horrors of rape and murder just hours apart.
The incident unfolded on December 23, when Trymore allegedly attacked Charlton. The boy suffered severe injuries and tragically vomited blood before passing away the following day.
Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, the spokesperson for the ZRP in Midlands Province, confirmed the incident to <a href="https://newsday.co.zw/southerneye/local/article/200036452/double-tragedy-for-gokwe-family-during-festive-season">Southern Eye</a>. He said:
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A case of murder happened where a 14-year-old boy (Charlton Hora) died after being assaulted by his father on accusations of raping his two-and-half-year-old sister. The incident occurred on December 23, 2024, at around 1730 hours.
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It is alleged that on the fateful day, Hora’s wife, Raviro Chapanda, went to the maize field where her husband and their now-deceased son were working.
He said when Hora’s wife was changing the minor’s diapers the baby cried. Said Mahoko:
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Upon examining her, Chapanda discovered that she was bleeding from her private parts.
Chapanda suspected that her daughter could have been raped. She informed her husband…and he interrogated the now-deceased Charlton Hora.
He went on to take a sjambok and assaulted the now deceased all over the body until he admitted that he had raped his sister in the afternoon.
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Mahoko said on Christmas Eve at around 2 AM, the boy vomited before he became unconscious and passed away. He said:
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The suspect was arrested and the body was taken to Gokwe mortuary where it is awaiting post-mortem.
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A man in Gokwe hit his son with a whip, and the son died. The man thought his son raped his 2-year-old sister. The family went through a tragedy on Christmas because of rape and murder. The boy was hurt badly and vomited blood, then died the next day. The police said the father hit the boy all over until he admitted to the rape. The father was arrested, and the boy's body is waiting for examination. Police say people should not take justice into their own hands.

New Details On Gokwe Man Who Sjamboked Son (14) To Death, For Rape Of Sister (2)

A 40-year-old Harare man, Felix Togaraseyi Magureyi, forced entry to State House two days before Christmas, demanding to see President Emmerson Mnangagwa. This is the second time Magureyi has done so within a few months, <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200036451/security-foils-mans-state-house-invasion-bid">reported NewsDay</a>.
In May this year, Magureyi allegedly stormed State House armed with various weapons, including a sjambok, claiming Mnangagwa was his father.
He appeared at the Harare Magistrates Court on Tuesday, facing a charge of trespassing after his latest attempt to force entry on December 23. He was remanded in custody until January 7 next year.
The court heard that on December 23, 2024, at about 1 PM, Magureyi drove a Toyota Hilux Raider, registration number AFU 0592, to State House, Harare.
Upon arrival, he parked at the visitor’s entrance and confronted police officers, demanding to see Mnangagwa. It was not stated why he wanted to see the President.
Magureyi allegedly forced entry to the premises after overpowering a police officer, leading to his arrest. 
Prosecutors said there were witnesses who saw the accused committing the offence, and Magureyi was also captured on video, which will be produced in court as evidence.
On May 7 this year, Magureyi was arrested after a similar attempt to force entry at State House, demanding to see the President.
According to the State, he drove the same vehicle and approached a police officer at the entrance, claiming Mnangagwa was his father before forcing his way in. 
Police recovered an unknown pistol magazine, four rounds of ammunition, a hand-held Boafeng communication radio, a burnt bulb extract, a bunch of keys, a sjambok, and a toy firearm from his vehicle.
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A 40-year-old man named Felix tried to see President Mnangagwa at State House twice - once in May and again in December. He went there with weapons and claimed the president is his father. He was arrested and will go to court in January for trespassing. Felix forced his way into State House and was captured on video. He had weapons in his car. This is not the first time he has tried to see the President at State House. Felix is in trouble now.

40-year-old Man Breaks Into State House Twice Claiming Mnangagwa Is His Father

Chiredzi Town Council (CTC) Housing and Community Services Director, Emily Paradzai (55), is facing a criminal abuse of office charge for the alleged double allocation of a residential stand.
As reported by <a href="https://masvingomirror.com/chiredzi-tc-housing-director-arrested/">The Mirror</a>, Paradzai, who resides at house number 17 Impala Road, Chiredzi, appeared before Regional Magistrate Judith Zuyu last week.
She was charged with Criminal abuse of duty as a public officer as defined under Section 174 (1) (a) of the Criminal Law Codification and Reform Act (Chapter 09:23).
Magistrate Zuyu remanded Paradzai out of custody to a later date for the continuation of the trial.
The case dates back to the period from April 26, 2023, to January 3, 2024, during which Paradzai allegedly sold or facilitated the sale of stand number 10547 Melbourne Park, Chiredzi, to Arnold Mpofu. The stand had previously been allocated to Lazarus Chanakira Duku.
The issue came to light when Duku visited the local authority’s offices to inquire before starting construction and was informed that the stand belonged to Mpofu.
Duku subsequently filed a police report, leading to Paradzai’s arrest.
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A lady named Emily Paradzai from Chiredzi Town Council has been arrested for giving a residential stand to two different people. She is in trouble for not doing her job properly. The case started from April 26, 2023, to January 3, 2024 when she gave the same stand to two different people. When one of them wanted to build on the stand, they found out it belonged to someone else. The person who was supposed to have the stand told the police, and now Emily is in trouble. She will have to go back to court later for more questioning.

Chiredzi Town Council Director Arrested For Double Allocation Of Residential Stand

An 18-year-old woman was allegedly raped after being found drunk and naked in her bedroom by her nephew in Mbare, Harare, on Monday morning.
According to <a href="https://www.hmetro.co.zw/man-rapes-drunken-wife/">H-Metro</a>, the woman had gone to bed around 5 AM while intoxicated, as her husband left for work. After he departed, she reportedly consumed two pints of Hunter’s beer before returning to sleep.
While she was asleep, the woman heard a knock on the door. When she asked who was there, her nephew, Tendai Rukono, did not respond; instead, he opened the door and entered the room. She lifted her head, recognized Tendai, greeted him, and went back to sleep.
In a disturbing turn of events, Tendai allegedly raped the inebriated woman. She later disclosed the assault to her husband, prompting him and other family members to confront Tendai. During this confrontation, he allegedly admitted to the crime before escaping.
Inspector Luckmore Chakanza, spokesperson for the ZRP in Harare Province, confirmed the case and is appealing for information that may lead to Tendai’s arrest. Said Chakanza:
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Police are investigating a rape case involving relatives in Mbare. The complainant was reported to have been found visibly drunk by the accused person and raped her once without protection.
The complainant was escorted to Edith MSF Clinic for medical examination and the accused person was not located.
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An 18-year-old woman was allegedly raped by her nephew when she was drunk and naked in her bedroom in Mbare, Harare. The woman had drunk two pints of beer before going to sleep. Her nephew entered her room while she was sleeping and raped her. She told her husband about the assault, and he and other family members confronted the nephew. The nephew admitted to the crime and then ran away. The police are looking for him. The woman was taken to a clinic for a medical examination.

Nephew Rapes His Drunk Aunt In Her Bedroom In Mbare

A 24-year-old man from Chief Mutasa’s area has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the rape of a 9-year-old girl in Dangamvura, Mutare.
The offender, whose identity has not been disclosed, appeared in Mutare Magistrates’ Court facing the charges.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the incident occurred in August 2024 when the man and a friend visited the victim’s home. Said the NPA:
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The offender’s friend had come to the complainant’s home to see the maid who happens to be his girlfriend.
When the maid and her boyfriend went inside the house, the offender remained with the complainant in his vehicle.
He then drove to a local business centre where he purchased beer and forced the complainant to drink some.
Upon returning to the complainant’s home from the business centre, he locked the car doors, removed the complainant’s underwear, and raped her in the car.
The offence came to light when the complainant’s mother noticed a discharge from the complainant’s private parts five days after the incident. She then revealed what had happened.
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The rapist was sentenced to 20 years in prison, with 3 years suspended for a period of 5 years. As a result, he will serve a total of 17 years effectively.
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A 24-year-old man was sent to jail for raping a 9-year-old girl in Zimbabwe. The man, whose name was not given, forced the girl to drink beer and raped her in his car. The girl's mother found out about the assault when she saw a discharge from the girl's private parts. The man was sentenced to 20 years in prison, but will only serve 17 years with good behavior. The incident happened in August 2024 in Mutare. The man's friend also visited the girl's house during the assault.

24-Year-Old Sentenced To 20 Years For Raping 9-Year-Old Girl

Police have launched a manhunt for an armed gang that robbed a mine in Bindura, Mashonaland Central Province, of 550kg of gold carbon worth US$36,000 on Sunday.
According to a statement from the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), the suspects, armed with a rifle, stones, and logs, attacked a security guard before breaking into the carbon room where the gold carbon was stored. Police said:
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The ZRP is investigating a case of robbery which occurred at a mine in Bindura on December 22, 2024.
Eight unidentified suspects who were armed with a rifle, stones and logs, attacked a security guard on duty before breaking into a carbon room where they stole 11 X 50 kg of pregnant gold carbon valued at US$36,000.
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Police have appealed to anyone with information that could assist with their investigations to contact their nearest police station.
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An armed gang stole 550kg of gold from a mine in Bindura, Zimbabwe, and it's worth US$36,000. They attacked a security guard and broke into the room where the gold was kept. The police are looking for the suspects and asking for help from the public. If you know anything about the robbery, you can tell the police. The robbers used a rifle, stones, and logs to carry out the crime. It happened on December 22, 2024.

Armed Gang Steals Gold Carbon Worth US$36,000 From Bindura Mine

A Gweru woman whose son was sodomised by the son of a police officer has revived the fight for justice for her son by engaging police in Gweru to relook into the matter.
The boy, now 10 years old, was only 7 when he was sodomised by the son of a police officer who was 14 when he allegedly committed the crime.
The victim’s mother (38) told <a href="https://newsday.co.zw/southerneye/local/article/200036394/gweru-woman-takes-police-head-on-over-sodomised-son">Southern Eye</a> that her son was abused in 2021 and since then she has been trying to get justice for her child in vain. She said:
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I wrote to the police recently to look into the matter of my son but up to now there is no response.
If they don’t respond by Christmas time, l will take the matter further up to police headquarters.
My son was abused and the police can’t take this soft approach to the matter. I will fight for justice.
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The mother, (who cannot be named to protect the identity of the victim) said she reported the case to the police on November 11, 2021, but to date,e no action had been taken against the suspect.
She said she suspected a cover-up of the sexual violence against her son at Mtapa Police Station where the accused’s father is stationed. She said:
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I reported the matter in November 2021 but the suspect has not been arrested and no one has been taken to court.
I strongly feel this issue has been swept under the carpet and l now feel helpless and l have just decided to live with the pain.
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According to a letter addressed to the mother from Gweru Urban District Police Station, dated April 28, 2022, the matter was reported at Mtapa Police Station. It reads in part:
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In your letter, you mentioned that you reported the case at Mtapa Police Station where your son (name given) was a victim of aggravated indecent assault.
You stated that the accused (name given) is a son to one police constabulary named (name given). Due to this fact is your belief that this case has taken too long to come to court as you suspect that the accused is being favoured as he is a police constabulary’s son.
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In the letter, the Police promised to make sure that the issue will be fairly handled at Mtapa.
However, to date, the victim is still to get justice for the abuse he suffered.
A medical report seen by Southern Eye dated November 26, 2021, indicates that the boy had been “sexually abused several times” through anal sex.
The report also showed other tests including HIV, were carried out before the doctor who medically examined the boy recommended counselling for the minor. Said the mother:
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Yes, my son got counselling but the trauma of seeing the perpetrator walking freely on the streets as if nothing happened is too much to bear.
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ZRP spokesperson in Midlands Province Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko said his office had not received such a report.
He, however, urged aggrieved people under such circumstances to reach out to the police and not suffer in silence.
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A 10-year-old boy in Gweru was hurt by a 14-year-old police officer's son. The boy’s mom wants justice, but the police haven’t done anything. She feels the police are protecting the suspect because his dad is a cop. The mom is upset about the slow progress in the case, even though medical reports show the abuse happened. The police say they haven't received the report but encourage people to report such incidents. The mom wants justice for her son and won't give up until he gets it.

Gweru Mother Demands Justice For Child Sodomised By Police Officer's Son

The Boterekwa Pass, a 6km winding mountain stretch leading into Shurugwi, has become notorious for armed robberies, with criminals targeting motorists whose vehicles have broken down at night.
Due to the steep and challenging nature of the road, heavy trucks struggle daily to navigate the ascent, often crawling at a slow pace. Some trucks lose their brakes, leading to devastating crashes, including fatal accidents where haulage trucks jackknife.
Armed robbers are exploiting these situations, preying on stranded drivers and those involved in accidents. These criminals patrol the area at night, approaching motorists and threatening them with knives and guns to steal valuables and ransack their vehicles.
Romeo Shangwa, the Shurugwi District Development Coordinator, confirmed to <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/boterekwa-stretch-a-haven-for-armed-robbers/">The Herald</a> that the pass has recently become a prime target for armed robbers, turning it into a dangerous hotspot for criminal activity. Said Shangwa:
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We have had some worrisome reports along the Boterekwa Pass of late, with armed robbers patrolling the area and robbing truck drivers who are in their broken-down trucks. They also ransack trucks and loot goods.
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Shangwa recalled a particularly distressing incident involving a motorist whose truck became stranded on the pass. He said:
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The robbers were reportedly armed with guns and robbed their victim before forcing him to do some push-ups.
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Runesu Mbalekwa, a truck driver who was robbed on November 3, said the robbers took all the cash he had on him. He said:
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I was on my way to Chirundu from Johannesburg when I got stuck at Boterekwa. When I reported the fault back in South Africa, I remained at the scene.
At midnight, I was awakened by a harsh knock on the driver’s door, only to realize I was being robbed.
They took all the cash I had and ransacked my truck, leaving me stranded.
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Local villager Aron Marufu, who lives at the foot of Boterekwa mountain, said:
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My homestead is at the foot of Boterekwa Mountain, and if accidents occur, we are the first to hear and witness them.
Of late, we have been hearing gunshots, with robbers now patrolling the area before robbing motorists.
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The Boterekwa Pass near Shurugwi is now a dangerous place for motorists because armed robbers are targeting stranded drivers and those involved in accidents. The steep road is difficult for trucks to navigate, leading to breakdowns and accidents. Criminals use this opportunity to steal from drivers, threatening them with weapons. Many incidents have been reported, with drivers being robbed of their valuables and even forced to do push-ups. Local villagers are also hearing gunshots in the area. The pass has become a hotspot for criminal activity, making it unsafe for travelers.

Shurugwi’s Boterekwa Pass Now A Robbery Zone For Stranded Motorists

A nine-month-old child tragically died in Waterfalls on Christmas Eve after falling from the bed and becoming trapped between the wall and the bed.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the incident, saying the baby had been left on the bed by her mother while she attended to household chores. Police said:
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ZRP confirms a sad incident which occurred in Waterfalls, Harare on 24/12/24 in which a 9-month-old minor died after she fell from the bed and was trapped in between the wall and the bed. The victim had been left on the bed by her mother who was doing her household chores.
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In an unrelated but equally tragic incident also confirmed by the ZRP, Trymore Hora (41) was arrested for the murder of his 14-year-old son, Chalton Hora, at Matemazondo Village, Nembudziya, in Gokwe North on December 23.
It is alleged that Trymore accused Chalton of raping his 2-year-old daughter, who is also Chalton’s sister.
In a fit of rage, he reportedly assaulted his son with a sjambok, striking him indiscriminately across his body.
Chalton began vomiting and tragically passed away on Christmas Eve.
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A baby in Harare died after falling from bed on Christmas Eve. In a separate incident, a man in Gokwe was arrested for killing his 14-year-old son. The man said his son had raped his 2-year-old daughter. He hit his son with a whip, and the son died on Christmas Eve. Both incidents are very sad and tragic. The police are investigating both cases. It is important to be careful and kind to others to prevent such terrible things from happening.

Baby Dies After Falling from Bed In Harare; Gokwe Man Arrested for Killing Son (14) Over Alleged Rape Of Daughter (2)

Bikita South Member of Parliament, Energy Mutodi, has proposed a monthly child support payment of US$30 in response to a maintenance claim filed by his ex-wife at the Masvingo Civil Courts.
As reported by <a href="https://tellzim.com/mp-mutodi-pleads-to-pay-30-maintenance-as-ex-wife-demands-1-5k/">TellZim News</a>, Mutodi’s ex-wife had requested US$1,500 per month for their six-month-old child, but Mutodi argued that his income was too low to meet that amount and that he could only afford US$30.
Mutodi, a businessman and lawyer who was previously a Deputy Minister, is also involved in land development.
After reviewing the arguments from both sides, Masvingo Magistrate Isaac Chikura ordered Mutodi to pay US$80 per month for child support, as the child’s mother, Polite Dhiyo, did not provide sufficient evidence to justify her request for US$1,500.
Dhiyo, who claimed she was married to Mutodi under customary law before their divorce, stated that the child was conceived and born during their marriage and that Mutodi had not provided financial support since the child’s birth.
In his defence, Mutodi, represented by lawyer Collen Maboke, explained that he had a low income and was supporting seven other children, including one enrolled at the National University of Science and Technology (NUST).
He also argued that his monthly income had averaged US$40 in the past five months after deductions, which was significantly lower than the amount Dhiyo had requested.
Mutodi further explained that he had financial obligations to another wife and justified his US$30 offer based on these circumstances.
He also provided proof to the court that he was paying for the child’s school fees, as the child is enrolled in a crèche.
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Energy Mutodi and his ex-wife are fighting about child support. His ex-wife wants $1500 a month but Mutodi says he can only afford $30. The court decided Mutodi should pay $80 a month. Mutodi says he has a low income and supports many children. His ex-wife claims they were married traditionally. Mutodi says he pays for the child's school fees. The court agreed with Mutodi's $80 offer.

Energy Mutodi Offers US$30 For Child Maintenance, Ex-Wife Demands US$1 500

A 23-year-old man from Chief Mutasa’s area in Manicaland Province appeared in the Mutare Magistrates’ Court earlier this week, facing charges of raping his daughter, who is just 1 year and 10 months old.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the man allegedly committed the crime while the child’s mother was away fetching water from a nearby borehole. Said the NPA:
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The accused, who is the biological father of the complainant, allegedly committed the heinous act on the 17th of December 2024 while the child’s mother was away fetching water from a nearby borehole.
The state is alleging that the accused entered the house and proceeded to where the infant was sleeping and removed her diaper before raping her.
The infant’s mother returned from the borehole and encountered the accused person by the door, pulling up his trousers.
She went to where the complainant was lying down, crying, and discovered that her diaper had been removed.
The mother noticed that the complainant was bleeding from her vagina and that there was semen below her navel.
The mother rushed outside to confront the accused person, but he had already fled the scene. He was later arrested and brought to court.
</blockquote>
The trial for the accused has been scheduled for January 3, 2025. He has been denied bail.
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A 23-year-old man is in trouble for raping his 1 year and 10 months old daughter while his wife was fetching water. He entered the house, removed the baby's diaper, and raped her. When the mother came back, she found the baby crying and bleeding. The man fled, but was later caught and taken to court. The trial will start on January 3, 2025, and he has been denied bail. The man did a very bad thing, and now he is facing the consequences.

23-year-old Man In Court For Raping His Daughter, A Toddler

Police in Bulawayo have issued a strong warning to the public against taking the law into their own hands, urging citizens to report suspects to the nearest police station instead of resorting to violence.
This advisory comes in the wake of a tragic incident in which a man, suspected of theft, was murdered by a mob in the Lobengula suburb.
The deceased was reportedly involved in a robbery alongside three accomplices, targeting a victim who had his Samsung A23 mobile phone and earphones stolen.
The police have identified two of the murder suspects as Advice Dibula, 36, and Khulekelani Mhlanga, 43, both residents of Lobengula West.
According to the deputy spokesperson for the ZRP in Bulawayo Province, Assistant Inspector Nomalanga Msebele, the violent altercation took place on December 21 at around 3 AM, as the three men were returning home from Marisha Night Club in the Old Magwegwe suburb.  Said Msebele:
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As the three were walking near a certain house in Lobengula West suburb, they met the now deceased, whose identity is still unknown, in the company of three other male adults who began to assault them using unknown objects for no reason.
One of the now deceased’s team forcibly took one of the three’s Samsung A23 mobile phone and earphones from his trousers pocket.
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The now-deceased had assaulted one of the three men, striking him in the face three times with his fists, causing him to fall to the ground. Said Msebele:
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One of the men managed to escape from the scene and alerted the residents. Police attended the scene and found the now deceased lying on the ground unconscious bleeding from the mouth with a cut on his head.
An ambulance was summoned which ferried the now deceased to Mpilo Hospital where he was pronounced dead upon arrival.
The body was conveyed to the mortuary for post-mortem and the accused persons were arrested.
</blockquote>
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A man suspected of stealing was killed by a mob in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The police warn people not to take the law into their own hands and report suspects to the police. The man and his accomplices robbed someone of his cellphone and earphones. The suspects were caught and arrested by the police. The incident happened at night when the men were returning from a nightclub. The man who died was found unconscious and taken to the hospital but was pronounced dead. It's important to let the police handle such situations instead of resorting to violence.

Mob Fatally Assaults Cellphone Thief In Bulawayo

A 53-year-old Tajikistani national, Asror Saidov, is set to be deported from Zimbabwe following his arrest for violating the Immigration Act.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) confirmed the development, stating that Saidov, who was residing in Kwekwe, was arraigned before the Gweru Magistrates Court. Said the NPA:
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The offender entered the country through Robert Mugabe International Airport Harare, on the 19th of January 2024, and was issued with a 30-day Holiday visiting visa.
He applied for a 30-day extension of his visitor’s visa which was granted and subsequently expired on the 18th day of March 2024. He overstayed his visa until he was arrested.
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Saidov was sentenced to a fine of US$200 or a month’s imprisonment. He is now awaiting deportation.
Tajikistan is a landlocked country located in Central Asia, bordered by Afghanistan to the south, Uzbekistan to the west, Kyrgyzstan to the north, and China to the east.
The country is known for its mountainous terrain, with over 90% of its territory covered by mountains.
Tajikistan gained independence from the Soviet Union on September 9, 1991.
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A man from Tajikistan named Asror Saidov is being sent back to his home country because he stayed in Zimbabwe longer than he was supposed to. He was supposed to leave in March but stayed longer until he got caught. Now he has to pay a fine or spend time in jail before he gets sent back. Tajikistan is a country in Central Asia, surrounded by mountains. It used to be part of the Soviet Union but became independent in 1991. Saidov's story shows how important it is to follow the rules when visiting other countries.

Zimbabwe To Deport Tajikistani National For Overstaying

The Government is reviewing existing policies and regulations to facilitate the implementation of the parole system and establish community correctional centres, a Cabinet Minister has said.
Speaking at the combined 154th and 155th recruit correctional officers’ courses pass-out parade held at ZPCS Ntabazinduna Training School recently, Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi said these programmes will decongest prisons. Said Ziyambi:
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This will positively see the effective implementation of the parole system and establishment of community correctional centres, among other aspects.
These programmes are crucial in advancing the reintegration process and also assisting in reducing overcrowding in correctional facilities.
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Parole is the conditional release of a prisoner before they complete their full sentence, allowing them to serve the remainder of their sentence outside of prison under supervision.
The decision to grant parole is typically made by a parole board based on various factors, including the inmate’s behaviour, rehabilitation progress, and the likelihood of reoffending.
Parolees must adhere to specific conditions set by the parole board, such as regular check-ins with a parole officer, maintaining employment, and avoiding criminal activity.
If they violate these conditions, they can be returned to prison to serve the rest of their sentence.
On the other hand, community correctional centres are facilities designed to provide an alternative to traditional incarceration.
These centres focus on the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders into society, rather than solely on punishment.
Offenders may be placed in community correctional centres as part of their parole or probation, allowing them to serve their sentences in a less restrictive environment while receiving support and supervision.
The goal of community correctional centres is to reduce overcrowding in prisons, promote public safety, and help offenders develop the skills and behaviours needed to become law-abiding citizens.
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Zimbabwe wants to let some prisoners go early to help with overcrowding in jails. This system is called parole. Parole means prisoners can leave jail early if they follow rules and behave well. They must report to a parole officer, get a job, and not commit any more crimes. If they don't follow the rules, they go back to jail. The government also wants to open community correctional centers for offenders. These centers focus on helping offenders change their ways and return to society as good citizens. This will also reduce overcrowding in jails and make the community safer.

Zimbabwe Plans To Introduce Parole For Prisoners

An 18-year-old Chipinge man has been jailed for two months after he was found guilty of assaulting his father in a domestic row over a wheelbarrow.
In a statement, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), said the teenager resides in Gaza, Chipinge. Said the NPA:
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He was arraigned before the Magistrates’ Court in Chipinge for contravening the Domestic Violence Act in that he physically abused his father on the 16th day of November 2024.
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The court was told during the trial that the incident “occurred at the family home when the accused became enraged over a query about a wheelbarrow”.
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In a fit of anger, he assaulted his father, leaving him with a bruised and swollen face.
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For his misdeeds, the 18-year-old man was sentenced to two months imprisonment.
The NPA called on members of the public to desist from violence and resolve their disputes amicably or seek third-party mediation.
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An 18-year-old boy from Chipinge hit his dad in an argument about a wheelbarrow. He hurt his dad's face. The boy got in trouble and went to court. The court said hitting his dad was wrong. He got sent to jail for two months. The law says we should not hurt others. It's important to solve problems without fighting. Turn to others for help when needed.

18-Year-Old Man Jailed Two Years For Bashing Own Father In Row Over A Wheelbarrow

A two-year-old girl tragically lost her life after allegedly drinking an unknown substance she had found in a garbage pit while playing outside her home.
The incident occurred on Friday in Crowborough Phase 3, Harare, and was confirmed by the police.
In light of this unfortunate event, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has urged parents to closely supervise their young children to prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future. Police said:
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The ZRP implores parents and guardians to monitor children and to leave them in the custody of a responsible person to ensure their safety.
This follows an incident which occurred in Crowborough Phase 3, Harare, in which a two year old female minor died on 20/12/24 after allegedly consuming an unknown substance.
The substance had been picked from a container in a garbage pit during child play. The victim was taken to a local clinic where she passed away upon admission.
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A two-year-old girl in Zimbabwe died after drinking something she found in the garbage. The police confirmed the incident and warned parents to watch their kids closely. They said kids should always be supervised and looked after by a responsible person. The girl was taken to the hospital but sadly died. It's important for parents to keep an eye on their kids to avoid such tragic accidents in the future.

Toddler Dies After Drinking Substance Picked From Garbage Pit

Police have confirmed that two poachers were killed during a shootout with Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZIMPARKS) rangers on Saturday.
According to a brief statement from the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), the encounter took place in the Musingwizi Area of Makuti, located in Mashonaland West Province. Police said:
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The ZRP confirms the death of two poachers during a shootout with Zimparks rangers in Musingwizi Area, Makuti on 21/12/24. More details to be released in due course.
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Makuti, surrounded by wildlife and safari areas, has become a hotspot for poacher activity, with some criminals coming from neighbouring Zambia.
In March 2024, three poachers from Zambia were arrested in Katombola, near the Kazungula border post in Matabeleland North Province.
They were subsequently jailed for nine years each for poaching, illegal possession of ivory, and illegal entry into Zimbabwe.
The three Zambian nationals arrested were identified as Liston Muchelo (22), Alex Kakoma (22), and Martin Silishebo (36).
During the operation, two of their accomplices were shot dead in a firefight with ZIMPARKS rangers, while one managed to escape.
The arrest led to the recovery of 15 elephant tusks weighing 128.82 kilograms, firearms, and six live rounds of ammunition.
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Two poachers were killed by ZIMPARKS rangers in Makuti during a shootout. Makuti is a place where many poachers try to hunt animals like elephants. In another incident earlier this year, three poachers from Zambia were arrested for poaching in Zimbabwe. They were jailed for nine years each. During that arrest, two more poachers were shot by rangers. The rangers also found 15 elephant tusks, guns, and bullets. Poaching is a dangerous and illegal activity that can harm wildlife.

Two Poachers Killed By ZIMPARKS Rangers In Makuti

Three armed robbers targeted a financial institution at Kamunhu Shopping Centre in Mabvuku, Harare, on Friday, making off with R20,000 and US$1,500.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the incident via a post on X, saying the suspects approached the teller and fired two shots in the air while demanding cash.
After the heist, the suspects fled in a Silver Toyota Sienta with no vehicle registration number. The ZRP said:
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Police in Mabvuku are investigating a case of robbery which occurred at a financial institution at Kamunhu Shopping Centre, Harare on 20/12/24. Three unidentified suspects who were wearing face masks and armed with pistols, pounced on the financial institution, fired two shots in the air while demanding cash from the teller. The suspects stole US$1 500.00 and ZAR20 000.00 cash and drove away in a Silver Toyota Sienta with no vehicle registration number. Anyone with information to report at any nearest Police Station.
</blockquote>
On Monday last week, four armed robbers targeted a money transfer shop in Glen View, Harare, making off with over US$2,700 and R2,350.
The suspects, armed with pistols, fired two shots into the air before demanding cash from both the teller and a customer.
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Armed robbers went to a money shop and stole money. In Harare, Zimbabwe, three robbers with guns took US$1,500 and R20,000 from a shop. They fired guns and ran away in a car. The police are looking for them. Last week, four robbers stole US$2,700 and R2,350 from another shop. They also shot guns and took money. The police are investigating both cases. If anyone knows anything, they should tell the police. This kind of crime is very dangerous and illegal.

Gunshots Fired As Armed Robbers Hit Kamunhu Shopping Centre

Memory Moyana (20) from Mabvuku, appeared before the Harare magistrates court for allegedly fatally assaulting her four-year-old daughter, <a href="https://www.thestandard.co.zw/news/article/200036348/woman-beats-daughter-to-death">reported The Standard</a>.
She was remanded in custody to January 02, 2025, by Magistrate Rufaro Panavanhu, who also advised her to approach the High Court for bail.
Prosecutor Takudzwa Jambawu alleged that on December 16, a neighbour, Lorraine Makore, saw Moyana whipping her daughter.
Makore later saw the child emerging from the house with bruises on her chest and mouth, as well as bloodstained clothes.
Makore confronted Moyana for assaulting her daughter. Moyana then dragged her daughter into the house, and that was the last time she was seen alive.
Later that day, Moyana and her husband were seen carrying the lifeless body of their daughter to visit a prophet.
The prophet declared the child dead, and a police report was filed, leading to Moyana’s arrest.
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A 20-year-old woman named Memory Moyana is in court for hurting her 4-year-old daughter in Harare. A neighbor saw her hitting her daughter, who later had bruises and bloodstains on her. The child was taken to see a prophet but was declared dead. The police arrested Moyana for hurting her daughter. Moyana has to stay in custody until January 2025. It is very sad that a mom hurt her own child this way.

Harare Woman (20) Beats Up Daughter To Death

Zimbabwean female cross-border traders routinely experience sexual exploitation while attempting to smuggle goods into the country.
According to the Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) 2023 report tabled in Parliament, border employees, smugglers, and truck drivers are cited as key perpetrators, with reports of rape, robbery, and coercion for sexual favours.
Women using illegal entry points are particularly vulnerable as they fear arrest if they report these crimes. The ZGC, in collaboration with the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission, conducted an investigation at Plumtree Border Post to substantiate allegations of abuse. The report reads in part:
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This was a culmination of social media reports indicating the prevalence of sexual crimes of rape and various forms of GBV being perpetrated on women trying to cross the border and smuggling of commodities across the border.
This gave birth to the need to gather countrywide information as it was discovered that these were not isolated incidences and that women cross-border traders were facing systemic gender issues at ports of entry and exits.
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According to the report, some women reported being raped by robbers while using illegal entry points. 
However, it was difficult for some to report such cases to the police because they occurred during an illegal act. The victims feared they would also be arrested for using undesignated ports of entry.
The report also noted a lack of basic facilities for cross-border traders, such as bathrooms and safe houses.
These amenities are crucial for providing temporary shelter and protection, especially for breastfeeding mothers and deportees.
In areas like Chirundu and Kariba, where communities are located within game reserves, cross-border traders face additional risks from wildlife, including attacks by baboons, lions, and elephants.
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Female cross-border traders in Zimbabwe often face sexual exploitation by border employees, smugglers, and truck drivers. Some women have reported rape, robbery, and coercion for sexual favors while trying to cross the border. They are afraid to report these crimes because they fear arrest. The Zimbabwe Gender Commission conducted an investigation and found that these abuses were not isolated incidents. Some women have been raped while using illegal entry points, but they are scared to report it to the police. There is also a lack of basic facilities for traders, like bathrooms and safe houses. In some areas, traders face dangers from wildlife like baboons, lions, and elephants.

Sexual Exploitation Of Female Cross-Border Traders Rampant

A 30-year-old man from Mutare, Josiah Saungweme, has been sentenced to eight years in prison by the Magistrate’s Court for a violent incident involving his employer’s vehicle and cash during a dispute over unpaid wages.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the incident occurred on July 14, 2024, around 9 AM.
Saungweme, hailing from Musi Homestead in Mutare, confronted his employer at the workplace in Doornfontein Vantage, demanding payment for wages owed to him.
In a fit of rage, Saungweme forcibly took the keys to his employer’s beige Nissan X-Trail and coerced the employer and other workers into the vehicle. He then demanded cash, resulting in the employer surrendering US$260 to him.
Saungweme drove the stolen vehicle to Whitehouse Shopping Centre. On the return trip, he became aggressive, pushing one of the workers out of the car when the worker objected to his behaviour.
Upon returning to Doornfontein, Saungweme exited the vehicle, retrieved a machete from a wooden cabin, and threatened everyone inside before fleeing in the car. The stolen vehicle contained a Redmi cellphone belonging to the complainant.
The complainant reported the incident to the ZRP Dzivarasekwa, leading to Saungweme’s arrest on September 14, 2024, by detectives from CID Mutare at Bezel Bridge.
He guided the detectives to the recovery of the vehicle, which had been abandoned in the Wengezi area of Mutare.
The cellphone was later located in Zvimba. The total value of the stolen vehicle was assessed at US$5,000.
Ultimately, Saungweme received a sentence of 10 years in prison, with 2 years suspended, resulting in an effective eight-year term.
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A man named Josiah Saungweme, aged 30, from Mutare, went to prison for eight years because he got angry at his boss about unpaid wages. He took his boss's car and money by force. He even threatened people with a machete! The police caught him later. The stolen car was worth $5,000. Saungweme will spend eight years in prison, two years less because some was suspended. He did a bad thing, and now he has to face the consequences.

Mutare Man (30) Kidnaps And Robs Employer During A Dispute Over Unpaid Wages

A Nyanga-based businessman was robbed of US$5,000 in cash, a vehicle, and other valuables by five armed robbers who attacked him as he returned home at night.
Assistant Inspector Chinyoka, the Acting ZRP Manicaland Provincial spokesperson, confirmed that the victim, Edward Tsarwe, was severely assaulted during the robbery on December 6.
Tsarwe sustained head injuries and is currently receiving treatment at Nyanga District Hospital. Said Chinyoka:
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Mr Edward Tsarwe was coming from Sedze Business Centre using a Toyota Hilux vehicle (Registration Number AAB 6866) which was being driven by his son, Shelton.
Upon arrival at home, Mr Tsarwe disembarked to open the gate and five unknown male adults emerged from the dark, and attacked him with stones.
One of the robbers produced a pistol and pointed it at Shelton, demanding cash. Another robber tied Shelton’s hands with a rope, and forced him to lie down, while the other suspect drove the vehicle into the yard.
The robbers knocked at the main door where the complainant’s wife was sleeping. She opened the door, and the robbers stormed into the house holding a pistol, demanding cash. Fearing for her life, Mr Tsarwe’s wife surrendered US$ 5,000 to them.
The robbers allegedly searched the house, stole a 48-inch plasma television, two iPhones and seven blankets, and drove away with a Nissan X-trail vehicle.
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All the stolen property is valued at US$ 10,000, and nothing was recovered. Added Chinyoka:
<blockquote>
Mr Tsarwe sustained several cuts on the head and is admitted at Nyanga District Hospital where he is in a stable condition. Police are appealing for information leading to the arrest of the suspects.
Those with information can contact ZRP Nyanga or their nearest police station.
</blockquote>
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A businessman in Nyanga was robbed of $5,000, a car, and other things by five robbers. The businessman, Edward Tsarwe, was hurt during the robbery and is in the hospital. The robbers attacked him and his son when they got home. The robbers also took the businessman's wife's money and other items from the house. The police are looking for the suspects and asking for help. It's important to report any information to the police. The businessman is getting treatment at the hospital.

Nyanga Businessman Assaulted And Robbed Of US$5,000, Vehicle

Three men were arrested at an abattoir in Belmont, Bulawayo, on Tuesday, December 17, in connection with a suspected stock theft case.
The ZRP confirmed that Trust Mpofu (37), Prince Dube (40), and Mthuthukisi Msizi (31) were detained after presenting a forged stock clearance form to the police at the abattoir for the cattle to be slaughtered.
The trio’s arrest led to the recovery of 11 cattle with foreign brand marks, prompting suspicions that the animals were stolen from outside the country.
The truck used to transport the stolen cattle, a UD 60 with registration number AFK4503, was impounded by the police.
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Three men got caught at the abattoir in Bulawayo for supposedly stealing cows. They had a fake paper to say the cows were theirs to slaughter. Police found 11 cows with foreign marks, hinting they might've been stolen from another country. The police also took the truck used to move the cows. The men are facing trouble for this crime. The police are investigating more about this case.

Cross-boarder Stocktheft Lands Three Bulawayo Men In Trouble

An accounts clerk at Stanley Primary School in Gweru has been arrested for allegedly defrauding the institution of US$70,000.
The suspect, Soneni Muchayabande (46), from Ascot Infill in Gweru, appeared before Magistrate Aelene Munamati on charges of fraud.
Muchayabande was granted bail set at US$100 and is scheduled to return to court on January 13, 2025.
Prosecutor Brendon Ndlovu told the court that Muchayabande collected various cash amounts for school fees but converted the money for her own use.
She then falsely claimed that the funds had been deposited into the school’s bank accounts and issued fraudulent receipts. Said Ndlovu:
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The accused misrepresented to Stanley Primary School that US$70 952 had been deposited into the school accounts and went on to author receipts of school fees in the receipt books yet the money had not been deposited into the bank accounts.
The accused person indicated that the money was deposited into the school account yet no deposit was made.
The accused person was positively identified by witnesses who paid fees to her at the school.
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An accounts clerk at Stanley Primary School in Gweru, named Soneni Muchayabande, has been arrested for stealing $70,000 from the school. She took money from parents for school fees but used it for herself and lied about depositing it into the school's bank accounts. She even gave out fake receipts. Muchayabande has been given bail and will go to court in January 2025. Witnesses saw her taking the money and giving out receipts.

Accounts Clerk Arrested For Defrauding School Of US$70,000

A driver is on the run after allegedly stealing his employer’s 30-tonne haulage truck last month, after he was given a task to collect timber from Nyanga Pine Estate in Mutasa.
The suspect, Shepherd Kambarami (40) from Murambinda Growth Point, was employed by Itai Madondo of Fairbridge Park, Mutare, when he disappeared with the truck, valued at US$47,795.
Assistant Inspector Wiseman Chinyoka, the acting spokesperson for the ZRP in Manicaland Province, confirmed the theft to <a href="https://www.manicapost.co.zw/driver-steals-haulage-truck/">The Manica Post</a>.
He said Kambarami left Nyanga Pine Estate without loading the timber, prompting the theft investigation.
Kambarami is now facing charges of theft of trust property. Said Assistant Inspector Chinyoka:
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Kambarami was employed as a truck driver by Mr Madondo, and on November 29, 2024, he was instructed to collect timber from Nyanga Pine Estate using a white Volvo 30-tonne truck (Registration Number ABN2748) with a trailer (Registration Number AFQ2804).
Kambarami drove to Nyanga Pine Estate and saw a long queue of haulage trucks ahead of him. He left the premises to an unknown destination without notifying anyone.
On December 7, 2024, Mr Madondo received a call from Wattle Company management, telling him that his truck was due for loading, but it was neither on the loading bay nor on the company premises.
Mr Madondo tried to contact the accused person several times to no avail, and made a report at Mutasa Police Station. The value of the haulage truck is US$47 795, and nothing was recovered.
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A driver named Shepherd Kambarami stole his employer's truck worth almost $48,000. He was supposed to pick up timber but drove away without loading it. The police are looking for him and he is facing charges of stealing. The employer reported the theft when he realized the truck was missing. The truck has not been found yet.

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