Crimes and Courts

Zimbabwean Businessman Found Dead In Durban

- 17 April, 2024
Crimes and Courts

New Twist As Madam Boss’ Lawyer Represents Teen Accused Of Leaking Fifi’s Nudes

- 17 April, 2024
Crimes and Courts

Harare Man Stripped Of Laptop, Cellphone To Ladies Of The Night

- 16 April, 2024
Crimes and Courts

Former Minister’s Fraud Case Postponed Again

- 13 April, 2024

Police Stumbles On Python Skin While Arresting A Self Styled Prophet For Assault

- 27 September, 2023

In Chitungwiza, a self-styled Prophet was apprehended earlier this week following the discovery of a three-meter-long python skin in his …

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Komichi Begs Mnangagwa To Release Job Sikhala

- 27 September, 2023

MDC-T chairman Morgen Komichi has pleaded with President Emmerson Mnangagwa to release jailed Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) member, Job …

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Court To Rule On Sikhala’s Freedom Bid

- 26 September, 2023

Magistrate Yeukai Dzuda will hand down her ruling on an application for discharge filed by former Zengeza West legislator Job …

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MP Muringazuva Freed

- 25 September, 2023

ZANU PF Member of Parliament for Hurungwe, Pax Muringazuva who was accused of illegally facilitating the entry of eight Pakistani …

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Byo Granny Busted For Stealing Underwear And Hiding Between Thighs

- 23 September, 2023

In a rather surreal and soul-shaking case, a 61-year-old granny was busted for stealing women’s underwear and hiding them between …

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Lawyers Rescue CCC Legislator, Councillors

- 23 September, 2023

Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) has rescued an opposition legislator and two councillors, who had been arrested and charged …

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High Court Acquits Intelligence Officers Accused Of Conniving With Rushwaya In Botched Gold Smuggling Scandal

- 22 September, 2023

TWO Central Intelligence Officers from the President’s office Stephen Tserayi and Raphios Mufandauya who were accused of conniving with Henrietta …

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CCC Aligned Businessman Fined For Assaulting Zanu PF Supporter

- 19 September, 2023

A businessman aligned with the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party has been fined by a Harare magistrate for allegedly …

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Walter Magaya’s Dubious Housing Project Leaves Byo Elderly Woman Homeless

- 19 September, 2023

A 61-year-old woman from Bulawayo is now homeless after she sold her house with the intention to invest in Planet …

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Mumba Digs In, Says Only Hurt By Zambian Opposition Who Fell For Zanu PF Antics

- 18 September, 2023

By A Correspondent| The Head of the SADC Observer Mission, Nevers Mumba has stood his ground and castigated Zambian opposition …

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Arrest Of CCC Members Reflect Govt Fear

- 16 September, 2023

The Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) has issued a warning about a concerning period ahead, citing the recent arrest of …

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Harare Resident In The Dock For Forging Bank Statements For UK Visa Applicants

- 16 September, 2023

A 25-year-old resident of Harare appeared before Magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa and was accused of forging bank statements for individuals applying …

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Wife Arrested For Laundering Proceeds Of Robbery From Hubby

- 16 September, 2023

Joyline Musamba, the wife of the notorious armed robber Roy Pedzai Jambaya, appeared before Harare Magistrate Dennis Mangosi on charges …

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Police Says They Are Not Investigating Their Boss

- 16 September, 2023

Zimbabwean police have refuted and condemned as false and malicious the rumors being disseminated by certain criminal elements suggesting their …

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Chipinge Businessman Who Butchered Teenage Wife’s Lover Has Died

- 15 September, 2023

Prominent Chipinge Businessman Edmore ‘Doda’ Mwoyongewenyu (43) who made headlines last year when he was arrested for butchering his teenage …

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CCC Deputy Spokesperson Gift Ostallos Siziba Re-Arrested

- 15 September, 2023

By A Correspondent| In a shocking turn of events, Gift Ostallos Siziba, the Deputy Spokesperson for the Citizens’ Coalition for …

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Council Police Caught Taking Bribe From A Businessman

- 15 September, 2023

By A Correspondent| A local tabloid has exposed Municipal police officers who were filmed while taking a bribe from a …

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Disqualified Zanu PF Candidate Hearing On Today

- 15 September, 2023

Disqualified Zanu PF candidate for Chipinge South constituency Robert Nyemudzo is today expected to undergo a disciplinary hearing in Mutare …

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Newly Elected Harare Deputy Mayor Arrested

- 14 September, 2023

The newly elected Harare City Deputy Mayor Cllr Kudzai kadzombe has been arrested by Malborough Police Station. She is being …

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Kademaunga, Mashozhera Are Just Victims of A Complex Issue

- 14 September, 2023

By A Correspondent| Newly elected Member of Parliament for Sunningdale Constituency, Maureen Kademaunga, and Ward 10 Councillor Clayd Mashozhera appeared …

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BREAKING: Maureen Kademaunga Released, Charges Dropped

- 13 September, 2023

The National Prosecuting Authority has dropped charges against Maureen Kademaunga. Kademaunga was detained at Harare Central Police station on charges …

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Charges Against CCC Legislator Dropped

- 13 September, 2023

The National Prosecuting Authority has dropped charges against Maureen Kademaunga. Kademaunga was detained at Harare Central Police station on charges …

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Kademaunga’s Arrest Part Of Zanu PF Machinations To Regain Two Thirds Majority In Parly, Says ZAPU

- 13 September, 2023

By A Correspondent| Following the arrest of Sunningdale legislator Maureen Kademaunga, opposition members have expressed fear that it could be …

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Outing Turns Horribly Wrong For Couple

- 9 September, 2023

An imbiber’s outing with his lover turned horribly wrong when he was bashed and robbed by two unidentified men who …

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Marital Rape Lands Harare Man In The Dock

- 9 September, 2023

A-28-year-old man appeared before Harare magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa yesterday facing a marital rape charge. He was granted US$20 bail and …

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Zim Man Jailed In UK For Raping Under Age Girl

- 7 September, 2023

By A Correspondent| A Coventry man has been jailed for 15 years after being found guilty of raping a child …

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Torture Victim Seeks To Garnish Delinquent Prison Guards’ Salaries Over Aberrant Conduct

- 1 September, 2023

By A Correspondent| A torture victim has initiated processes to seize monthly salaries of two Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services …

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I’m the victim – Torro says as he disputes rape allegations

- 29 August, 2023

By A Correspondent| Popular music promoter Charles ‘Torro’ Guvamatanga has laughed off allegations he raped his niece in a house …

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ZESN, ERC Workers Forced To Lie Down For Continuous Three Hours

- 26 August, 2023

A Harare magistrate’s court was Friday told of how 39 election observers, seized Wednesday night by AK assault rifle wielding …

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Harare Businessman Michael Ndoro Acquitted of Fraud Charges

- 22 August, 2023

By A Correspondent| Harare Magistrate has acquitted businessman Michael Ndoro of fraud charges. The magistrate Clever Tsikwa ruled that the …

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Lorraine Guyo Arrested

- 22 August, 2023

Popular social media socialite, comedian and businesswoman Lorraine Guyo has been arrested after a run-in with the law. A local …

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FAZ Lands Gutu Man In Jail

- 19 August, 2023

By A Correspondent| Gutu Magistrate Mitchell Panavanhu has sentenced a Masvingo man to serve one year in jail after convicting …

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ZEC Taken To Task Over People With Disabilities’ Access To Voting Centres

- 19 August, 2023

By A Correspondent| Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) has asked the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) to provide information on …

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40 CCC Activists Arrested Over Machipisa Roadshow

- 16 August, 2023

A total of 40 Citizen Coalition for Change (CCC) activists were arrested in Machipisa, Harare, for holding an unsanctioned car …

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Drunk Man Demands Lula-lula After Breaking Into Married Woman’s House

- 12 August, 2023

A drunk man from Iminyela suburb in Bulawayo caused drama when he allegedly smashed a window pane before he gained …

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Munyeza Accused Of Dressing Down Mutemererwa’s Lawyer

- 12 August, 2023

HARARE – The debt row pitying Marjorie Mutemererwa and Shingi Munyeza escalated this week with the ex SeedCo public relations …

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Nkayi Police Officer In Hot Soup For Cheering Chamisa

- 11 August, 2023

A Nkayi based ZRP Constable identified as H Masimbe has been arrested after he was seen attending Citizens Coalition for …

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Eat n Lick To Lose Property Over US$65k Debt

- 10 August, 2023

By A Correspondent| Fast food outlet Eat n’ Lick will lose property after failing to settle a US$65 000 debt …

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Mystery Over Harare Central Fire

- 9 August, 2023

By A Correspondent| There is growing mystery surrounding the disappearance of over US$45 000 and burning of offices at the …

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Former Finance Minister’s Wife Slapped With 6 Months Jail Sentence

- 8 August, 2023

CONCESSION – The late former Finance Minister Christophe Kuruneri’s wife Paidamoyo (60) was slapped with six months jail term for …

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Glen View CCC Activist Killers Charged

- 8 August, 2023

Thirteen suspected Zanu PF supporters who allegedly attacked a group of Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) activists in Harare’s Glenview …

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Maid Hires Lorry, Leaves Employer’s House Empty

- 7 August, 2023

Police at Kanengo in Lilongwe have arrested a 42-year-old lady, Flora Thom, who hired a lorry and stole her employer’s …

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Supreme Court Reinstates 12 CCC Candidates Barred By The High Court

- 3 August, 2023

By A Correspondent| In a recent development, the Supreme Court has overturned the decision of the Bulawayo High Court to …

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Bindura Magistrate Frees Community Mobiliser Accused Of Contravening MOPO

- 3 August, 2023

By A Correspondent| Bindura Magistrate Joyline Mudhege on Tuesday 1 August 2023 set free Onai Chitakunye, a community mobiliser and …

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Supreme Court To Hear CCC Dozen Appeal

- 1 August, 2023

The Supreme Court will on Wednesday, 02 August, hear an appeal by a dozen CCC candidates for the National Assembly …

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Yai Incubators: Revolutionizing Poultry Farming with Innovative Egg Incubators

- 31 July, 2023

Yai Incubators, a local company specializing in the production and sale of egg incubators, is making waves in the poultry …

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‘They Are Innocent’ – Court Says As It Clears Trio Of Dealing In Drugs

- 31 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| Three businessmen have been cleared of a charge of dealing in dangerous drugs following their arrest last …

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Kasukuwere Says Considering Next Steps After Supreme Court Appeal Is Dismissed

- 28 July, 2023

Independent presidential candidate Saviour Kasukuwere has expressed disappointment at the Supreme Court decision to dismiss his appeal and has announced …

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BREAKING: Kasukuwere Appeal Dismissed

- 28 July, 2023

The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by Independent Presidential candidate Savior Kasukuwere challenging a High Court ruling that barred …

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CCC Candidates For Bulawayo Barred From Participating In August 23 Elections

- 27 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| High Court judge Justice Nokuthula Moyo has ruled against the participation of 12 Citizens Coalition for Change …

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Union Showdown as ZCTU Suspends Leader Over Fiery Speeches

- 25 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| In a shocking twist of events, the Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has ignited a fierce …

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Mines Secretary Kunaka In Girlfriend Bashing Scandal

- 25 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| Permanent secretary in the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development, Pfungwa Kunaka has found himself at the …

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Croco Motors Accused Of Falsifying Evidence

- 24 July, 2023

By Court Reporter| The vehicle service giant, Croco Motors, has been accused of presenting wrongful information before the courts in …

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Teacher Given Ultimatum To Resign Over Links To Zanu PF

- 22 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| A prospective voter has given the Civil Service Commission (CSC) a five-day ultimatum to urgently institute measures …

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Elizabeth Valerio Defeats ZEC In Court, Joins The Presidential Race

- 19 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| Elizabeth Valerio’s appeal against the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission’s (ZEC) rejection of her nomination papers has been successful. …

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Mudzi Man Caught Red Handed Raping A Cow

- 19 July, 2023

By A Correspondent- In a shocking incident that has left Makosa villagers shell shocked in Mudzi a 23 year-old man …

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Altercation With Botswana Based Mother Ends In Tragedy For 17-Year-Old Byo Girl

- 18 July, 2023

17-year-old girl from Cowdray Park allegedly committed suicide by hanging from a tree after an altercation with her Botswana-based mother. …

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UZ Students Finally Granted Bail

- 18 July, 2023

Harare High Court judge Lucy Mungwari has granted bail to four student activists who were arrested two months ago charged …

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Ndoro’s Co-director Tunika Mkahanana Acquitted

- 17 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| Harare regional magistrate Dennis Mangosi has acquitted businessman Michael Ndoro’s partner Tunika Mkahanana on fraud charges. The …

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Chiredzi Residents Languishing In Prison For Contravening MOPO

- 13 July, 2023

Eight Chiredzi residents in Zimbabwe are languishing in prison after they were denied bail following their arrest charged with contravening …

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ZEC Says It Will Decide Mutodi’s Fate After Court Case

- 13 July, 2023

Masvingo—The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) Masvingo office says it will decide on what action to take on the aspiring Bikita …

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Kasukuwere Fights On

- 13 July, 2023

Self-exiled former Cabinet minister Saviour Kasukuwere’s bid for the country’s presidency appears ruined after the High Court in Harare nullified …

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FULL TEXT: High Court Ruling On Kasukuwere Candidature

- 12 July, 2023

Exiled former cabinet minister Saviour Kasukuwere has been barred from contesting the country’s presidential elections by the High Court. Below …

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BREAKING: Tapiwa Makore Killers Sentenced To Death

- 12 July, 2023

Tafadzwa Shamba and Tapiwa Makore senior have been sentenced to death for killing seven-year-old Tapiwa Makore Jnr in 2020. High …

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ZEC Ordered To Remove Kasukuwere From Presidential Ballot Paper

- 12 July, 2023

The former Local Government minister Savior Kasukuwere has been barred from contesting the Presidential elections in Zimbabwe. This follows a …

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Police Hunt Down Hit-And-Run Culprit

- 12 July, 2023

A 27-year-old man died on the spot in a hit-and-run traffic accident in Bulawayo on Monday night. Police have launched …

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Major Test For ZRP As Docket Is Opened Against Energy Mutodi For Firing Shots At Opposition Supporters

- 12 July, 2023

Zanu-PF aspiring MP for Bikita South Energy Mutodi stormed the venue of a Citizens Coalition for Change rally and discharged …

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Epworth Man In Court For Killing Ex-Girlfriend’s Friend

- 12 July, 2023

A 35-year-old Epworth man has appeared in court for killing a reveller who was in the company of his ex-girlfriend …

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Tapiwa Makore Murderers To Be Sentenced Today

- 12 July, 2023

The man convicted of killing seven-year-old Tapiwa Makore three years ago, will today be sentenced by the High Court after …

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Rights Lawyers Demand Explanation On Release Of Convicted Rapist

- 10 July, 2023

Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) has demanded an explanation from the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) regarding the …

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Harare Motorist Approaches JSC Over Magistrate Bias, Favoritism Towards Croco Motors

- 10 July, 2023

Harare, Zimbabwe – A Harare motorist Kudzayi Mundangepfupfu has filed a complaint with the Judicial Services Commission against presiding Magistrate …

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High Court Criticizes Magistrate’s Handling of Opposition Party’s Appeal Against Rally Ban

- 10 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| In a recent development, the High Court of Zimbabwe has faulted Bindura Magistrate Mary Msika for her …

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Croco Motors Under Fire Over Fuel Refilling Boob

- 10 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| Croco Motors is entangled in a legal dispute with one of its regular customers Kudzai Mundangepfupfu whose …

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Tagwirei Back On The Spotlight Again

- 6 July, 2023

A joint investigative report by The Sentry and Open Secrets exposes how Zimbabwean presidential advisor and business tycoon Kudakwashe Tagwirei, …

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CCC Members Omitted From Provincial Council List Wait For Their Fate As Byo High Court Reserves Judgement

- 6 July, 2023

The Bulawayo High Court has reserved judgment in the matter in which members of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) …

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End Of The Road For Vehicle Owners With Impounded Cars

- 6 July, 2023

HARARE City Council is set to auction at least 142 vehicles impounded for violating traffic laws and never claimed by …

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High Court Reserves Judgement In Biti’s Application For Postponement Of Trial

- 5 July, 2023

Citizens Coalition for Change vice-president Tendai Biti has asked for a postponement of his defamation trial to give room for …

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Joana Mamombe, Cecelia Chimbiri Acquitted

- 5 July, 2023

The High Court yesterday acquitted Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) activists Joanah Mamombe and Cecilia Chimbiri, who were being accused …

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Headmaster In Deep Trouble Over Zanu PF Links

- 5 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| A Zimbabwe school head, who was nominated to contest local authority elections as a candidate for the …

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Fresh fears grip Belgravia residents after murder at pub

- 3 July, 2023

By A Correspondent| Residents of Belgravia in Harare have raised fresh fears over violence and robbery following the recent tragic …

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Mbare Woman Backtracks On Rape Charges Against Hubby

- 3 July, 2023

A Mbare woman claims she made a false rape report against her husband after he failed to buy maternity preparation. …

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Zanu PF Goromonzi Candidate In Land Storm

- 22 June, 2023

ZANU PF’s aspiring parliamentary candidate for Goromonzoi South constituency Tinashe Chikonye has been accused of parcelling out State land to …

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All Set For Nomination Court Sitting

- 21 June, 2023

ALL is set for the Nomination Court which is sitting today marking the beginning of the race for the August …

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Businessman Nabbed For Car Theft Denied Bail

- 21 June, 2023

Harare businessman Malvern Chimutashu, who was recently arrested and charged with theft of a motor vehicle, has been denied bail …

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New Twist To Chief Fortune Charumbira Sexual Assault Saga

- 18 June, 2023

The sexual assault case against Chiefs Council president Chief Fortune Charumbira has taken a new twist with claims that a …

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Zim Car Dealer Nabbed In Ireland For Murder

- 18 June, 2023

Peter Dube, a car dealer from Gweru, Zimbabwe, has been arrested in Ireland by gardaí (police force in the Republic …

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Zanu PF Leader, Police Officer Acquitted Of Rape Charges

- 17 June, 2023

Hwange District Zanu-PF District Coordinating Committee chairperson Matthew Muleya and supervisor of ZRP Police Band stationed at Mkushi Camp Depot …

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Mutasa Duo Exonerated For Destruction Of Zanu PF Campaign Posters

- 16 June, 2023

By A Correspondent| Mutasa Magistrate Artwell Sanyatwe has absolved two villagers who had been on trial for allegedly tearing a …

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Mutasa Duo Exonerated For Destruction Of Zanu PF Party Campaign Posters

- 16 June, 2023

By A Correspondent| Mutasa Magistrates court has absolved two villagers who had been on trial for allegedly tearing a political …

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Mai Titi Nervously Awaits Sentencing Verdict at Harare Magistrates Court

- 14 June, 2023

Popular but controversial socialite Felistas Murata better known as Mai Titi who was convicted of theft of trust property will …

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Sikhala Clocks One Year In Remand Prison

- 14 June, 2023

By A Correspondent| Zengeza West constituency legislator and lawyer Job Sikhala on Wednesday 14 June 2023, clocked up one year …

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BREAKING: Mai Titi Convicted

- 13 June, 2023

Comedian Mai Titi, who was born Mai Titi, has been found guilty of stealing entrusted property. She has been detained …

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Brother Turns Family Home Into A ‘Short Time’ Lodge

- 13 June, 2023

A Harare woman was yesterday granted a peace order against her younger brother whom she accuses of harassing her and …

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Company Pushes For Urgent Sale Of WestPro’s Prime Pomona Land To Settle Long Standing Debt

- 11 June, 2023

The battle for a piece of prime land in Harare that was parcelled out to businessman Ken Sharpe by the …

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Another UZ Student Arrested For Participating In Free Sikhala Protest

- 11 June, 2023

A FIFTH University of Zimbabwe (UZ) student appeared before Harare magistrate Dennis Mangosi yesterday charged with  participating in a protest …

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Biti’s Defamation Challenge Struck Off The Roll

- 9 June, 2023

The US$1million civil lawsuit against CCC politician Tendai Biti for allegedly defaming the owner of land development company Augur Investments, …

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I Was Drunk, Lone Protestor Pleads Guilty

- 8 June, 2023

A Chinhoyi man appeared before Harare magistrate Simon Kandiyero yesterday on charges of disorderly conduct after he staged a lone …

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Chiweshe Suspected Murderer Continues Reign of Terror, Leaving Gruesome Trail of Violence

- 8 June, 2023

By A Correspondent| In a shocking display of unrepentant violence, a Chiweshe resident suspected of murder and currently out on …

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Controversial Businessman Crosses Zanu PF Chef’s Path

- 7 June, 2023

Harare- Controversial Dubai based businessman and Presidential Investment Advisor Tempter Paul Tungwarara is under fire from senior Zanu PF officials …

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Harare Magistrate Vongai Muchuchuti, Prosecutor Michael Reza Accused Of Alleged Bias Against Katsimberis Lawyers

- 7 June, 2023

Top lawyer Advocate Tino Chinyoka has accused Harare magistrate Vongai Guwuriro-Muchuchuti of allowing a toxic environment to prevail in court …

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