The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) yesterday arrested MDC Alliance spokesperson Fadzai Mahere and six other activists on allegations of inciting public violence after they were found wielding placards at a shopping centre in Harare.

Another MDC Alliance activist, Cecilia Chimbiri was arrested in the central business district (CBD) after she allegedly insulted law enforcement agencies who were at a checkpoint.

Police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the arrests of Mahere and her fellow activists last night.

He said Mahere was arrested together with activists who include, Jessca Drury, Simon Drury, Tinashe Murapata, Nyasha Musandi, Jaser Lotter, Tinotendwa Muswe.

“Mahere and her accomplices were arrested at Groombridge Shopping Centre in Mount Pleasant after they were found wielding placards aimed at inciting an illegal demonstration and public violence. All the accused persons are being held with the Law and Order section where they are assisting police’s with investigations,” said Asst Comm Nyathi.

He said Chimbiri, who was accompanied by Harare West legislator Joana Mamombe, was arrested after she displayed disorderly conduct at a police security check point in central Harare.

Chimbiri and Mamombe were coming from the Harare Magistrates Courts where they were appearing on a different case.

“In respect of Chimbiri, the police recorded necessary documents before releasing her. She is likely to be taken to court next Tuesday,” said Ass Comm Nyathi.

The police were on top of the situation as the situation in and around Harare was calm.