Jittery Mwonzora Seeks To Block By-elections

Mwonzora fears heavy electoral defeat as his personal assistant goes to court to stop 26 March by elections.

Chamisa’s increasing popularity causes Mwonzora to seek constitutional court to bar by elections

3 March 2022

Wezhira Munya

The by election phobia hits Mwonzora and MDC T hard. Mwonzora’s strategists held a meeting few weeks ago and bold told Mwonzora and MDC T leaders that, they will lose 26th by elections. This was revealed by one MDC T national member who refused to be named.

Mwonzora has launched a constitutional application to bar by elections slated for 26th March 2022.

(See court application attached to this article)

The strategist told Mwonzora the following:

  1. Zimbabweans are angry against him and MDC T after recalls. Therefore they will not vote for him and his candidates.
  2. Mwonzora and
    MDC T ‘s relations with Zanu PF have made him Zanu PF proxy and therefore Zimbabweans hate MDC T.
  3. The help from police , army and security forces in stealing Harvest House and party properties from Advocate Nelson Chamisa has made Mwonzora unpopular. No opposition in Zimbabwe has enjoyed security forces support like Mwonzora and MDC T.
  4. The rational disputation approach between Mwonzora and Zanu PF has not been accepted by Zimbabweans. Therefore , Zimbabweans are angry that Mwonzora is dining and wining with Zanu PF.
  5. MDC T under Mwonzora failed to field 33 candidates in council and member of Parliament seats. This shows that MDC T has already lost 26 March 2022 by elections.
  6. Imposition and chaotic MDC T primary elections will cost them on 26th March 2022 by elections. MDC T has poor quality candidates for 26th March 2022 by elections.
  7. There are no vibrant MDC T structures across Zimbabwe. Only Harare and few towns have skeleton structures.
  8. The split by Khupe negatively affects MDC T led by Mwonzora.
  9. The largest crowds President Chamisa is attracting has caused MDC T and Zanu PF to fear defeat. On the other hand, Mwonzora’s highest number at rally is 300.
  10. Mwonzora and MDC T’s failure to hold ordinary congress on 5th March 2022 has affected the moral of their members.
  11. Komichi and Mudzuri factions feel neglected by Mwonzora. There is lot of disgruntlement among Komichi and Mudzuri factions against leadership of Mwonzora. They cannot say it publicly they fear explusion.
  12. Some MDC T members of Parliament and councillors have lost faith in MDC T. There is likely hood that , they will join Citizens Coalition for Change soon. Mwonzora’s lack of popularity has affected his members of Parliament and councillors.

To mitigate the effects of election defeat, the Mwonzora and his MDC T has assigned Tapera Sengweni who is MDC T legal advisor and Personal assistant to Mwonzora to approach constitutional court to stop by elections.

As a result, MDC-T has sponsored constitutional court application seeking to stop holding of 28 National Assembly and 121 municipal by-elections.

By elections were delayed due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Will the courts give judgment in favour of Mwonzora? Is Zanu PF involved in this court case after realizing that President Chamisa’s popularity is raising?

Mwonzora once sponsored the Gokwe man who contested the presidency of President Chamisa. Mwonzora anticipates a heavy defeat. One political analyst said, “Mwonzora can win court cases but will never win “public court” , referring to winning of elections. His rally attendance proof that people have rejected Mwonzora.

President Chamisa’s Bulawayo Supporters Expected To Fill White City Stadium

President Chamisa’s Bulawayo supporters expected to fill White City stadium this Saturday

As MDC T led by Mwonzora gets buses from Zanu PF to bus its supporters from all province to attend peace rally on 13 March 2022

3 March 2022

Wezhira Munya

The unstoppable cyclone Chamisa hits Bulawayo. Thousands of Citizens Coalition for Change supporters are expected to fill White City stadium.

There is high level of excitement among Bulawayo residents as they prepare to welcome the charismatic and popular Advocate Nelson Chamisa.

Bulawayo rally is the 4th star rally to be addressed the the Champion Commander Nelson Chamisa. The first rally was at Zimbabwe grounds were strong 60 000 Hararians congregated. The police mounted road blocks to stop the Citizens Coalition for Change supporters but the determined and unstoppable party supporters defied police road blocks and attended the star rally.

The second rally, was in Gokwe , where 25 000 Citizens Coalition for Change supporters resisted the police who used teargas, vicious police dogs, water canons and baton sticks. In show of courage, President Chamisa entered into Gokwe war zone and addressed his supporters whilst standing on top of the car.

The fearless, Citizens later invaded Kwekwe, where Mnangagwa comes from. This was President Chamisa’s third rally. Zanu PF unleashed its Green bombers and Al Shabbai thugs to kill and injure Citizens Coalition for Change supporters.

Mr Ncube , Citizens Coalition for Change supporter was brutally killed by Zanu PF members. The Zanu PF members used a spear to kill him. 16 other Citizens Coalition for Change supporters were injured severely. However, the police arrested 16 people and found that 16 had Zanu PF cards. In Kwekwe, President Chamisa addressed 45 000 yellow supporters.

The Bulawayo is a strong base for President Chamisa. Will White City stadium have the capacity to accommodate the Citizens Coalition for Change supporters? A bumper yellow crowd is expected on Saturday 5th March in Bulawayo.

Many analysts project
65 000 Bulawayo rally attendence.

Few weeks ago, Mwonzora had a star rally in Bulawayo and addressed 84 people in Phelandaba Hall. This hall accommodates 100 people maximum.

Then the following werkend Mwonzora addressed 94 people in Marondera. Mwonzora had his star rally in Marondera urban ward 1.

MDC T led by Mwonzora resorted to hold its star rallies in halls after partly 300 people attended his star rally in Harare at Zororo grounds.

MDC T became a laughing stock after holding hall rallies. To deal with a tag hall party MDC T will hold their Peace rally at Zimbabwe grounds on Sunday 13th March 2022.

Will MDC T led by Mwonzora pull more than 300 supporters they had at their star rally at Zororo grounds?

The Peace Rally was confirmed by Fungai Chiposi, MDC T Harare Provincial Secretary for Information and Publicity.

Interestingly, MDC T wants to hold a Peace Rally after Citizens Coalition for Change supporters were killed, injured and imprisoned. When MDC T youth members beat Mashumba and Dr Khupe at extraordinary congress, MDC T did not hold peace rally. But why? MDC T under Mwonzora has gain a tag of violence.

In order to draw many supporters to this Peace Rally, MDC T led by Mwonzora has approached Zanu PF to assist them with Zupco buses and money. This was confirmed by one MDC T national member who refused to be named. During MDC T extraordinary congress, Zanu PF gave MDC T Zupco buses and money.

The poorly attended Zororo grounds star rally by Mwonzora was financed to a tune of 1.5million.

Zanu PF will help MDC T to mobilise people to attend 13th March 2022 rally in order to create a narrative that MDC T has support and is the official opposition party in Zimbabwe. Zanu PF helped MDC T to recall President Chamisa’s mps and councillors, took Harvest House, political funds , party name , party symbols and everything.

Zanu PF failed to steal supporters from President Chamisa.

Crushing Opposition Like Lice? Mnangagwa Unleashes Reign Of Terror

Tinashe Sambiri|Following threats by Constantino Chiwenga to crush the opposition like lice, the Zanu PF regime is terrorising perceived opponents countrywide.

Chiwenga openly vowed to crush President Chamisa’s Citizens’ Coalition For Change while addressing Zanu PF supporters in Kwekwe last weekend.

On Wednesday night, suspected government agents raided CCC vice president Hon Tendai Biti’s house and assaulted the security guard on duty.

“#ALERT In the very early hours of this morning,
@BitiTendai
’s home was attacked by 4 men with machetes/axes and a gun. His guard was attacked & suffered bad injuries to his head & had to receive urgent medical attention. The men did not take anything,” CCC said in a statement.

“Hon
@BitiTendai
‘s homestead was attacked last night his security aide seriously injured. ZanuPF leaders are playing a very dangerous game, you don’t call for an election and start killing and maiming your opponents. The violence must stop,” CCC secretary general Hon Charlton Hwende said.

“Mr Mnangagwa Playing Dangerous Game”

Tinashe Sambiri|Following threats by Constantino Chiwenga to crush the opposition like lice, the Zanu PF regime is terrorising perceived opponents countrywide.

Chiwenga openly vowed to crush President Chamisa’s Citizens’ Coalition For Change while addressing Zanu PF supporters in Kwekwe last weekend.

On Wednesday night, suspected government agents raided CCC vice president Hon Tendai Biti’s house and assaulted the security guard on duty.

“#ALERT In the very early hours of this morning,
@BitiTendai
’s home was attacked by 4 men with machetes/axes and a gun. His guard was attacked & suffered bad injuries to his head & had to receive urgent medical attention. The men did not take anything,” CCC said in a statement.

“Hon
@BitiTendai
‘s homestead was attacked last night his security aide seriously injured. ZanuPF leaders are playing a very dangerous game, you don’t call for an election and start killing and maiming your opponents. The violence must stop,” CCC secretary general Hon Charlton Hwende said.

Mnangagwa In Office: Everything In Rotten State

Tinashe Sambiri|The Zanu PF leader Emmerson Mnangagwa is unwilling to arrest corruption as he is the chief architect of shadowy deals in the country, President Nelson Chamisa has said.

“VERY FISHY.. A fish rots from the head and dare I say.. a fish is fresh from the head. This level of corruption stinks to high heaven. Everything is decaying and rotting.The proclivity for corruption is killing wholesome things. Everything is rotten in the state of Zimbabwe.”

President Chamisa was commenting on an article published by ZimLive:

ZimLive@zimlive · 20h#EXCLUSIVE Wastegate: City of Harare to pay Mnangagwa associates US$14.5 million every year for 25 years

▪️ Drax mastermind Dilesh Nguwaya and Albanian partners strike sweet deal with Pomona waste-to-energy contract without tender
https://zimlive.com/2022/03/01/wastegate-harare-to-pay-mnangagwa-associates-us14-5m-a-year-for-25-years/

According to President Chamisa, the Yellow Revolution is spreading to all parts of the world.

“CCC is now Global and all over the world. We are headlining in most of the world’s capitals.Thank you Zimbabwe for your trust and confidence. We salute you Citizens for believing in #CCC. We’re Yellow. And we’re the next government in Zimbabwe. We will make Zimbabwe NEW & GREAT!!”

Very Shameful Indeed! Mutambara Blasts Multichoice For Shutting Out Russia Television From DSTV

Multichoice (DStv) has just shut down RT (Russian Television) Channel across Africa because of the invasion of Ukraine.

It is the view of the company that Africans must not listen to anything balanced or sympathetic to Russia.

Very sad and shameful, indeed.

Multichoice is an ‘African’ company switching off the entire continent from accessing balanced information about a war that has nothing to do with the Africa

White people who own this conglomerate are deciding what information is available to Africans across the continent

If there was need to demonstrate our lack of agency and control on the continent, this is it.

If we don’t control what information we have access to what else don’t we control?

If one white company on the continent can shut down access across the continent what does that say of us Africans?

White people who own an ‘African’ company, Multichoice have more influence that all the African governments put together.

Can we not set up an African company that we control as black people in the media space?

Given our 55 governments and our many black billionaires?

Why are we being totally undermined by one white company in our continent?

Then we come to the vote at the UN (see map below)So much for African Unity!!!

We could not caucus and come up with a common position before voting?Whatever the position (For, Against, Abstain, or Being Out of the Room (Kkkk));We should have taken the same position on this European WarIf as Africans we can’t agree on this invasion, what else can we agree on?

If we are not in TOTAL agreement, why not at least 80% of us going one way?

We have work to do on the continent.

Mpilo Central Hospital To Conduct Free Hernia Repair Surgeries

By A Correspondent- Mpilo Central Hospital, in partnership with Celebration Health, will this weekend conduct free hernia repair surgeries.

A hernia happens when an internal organ pushes through a weak spot in a muscle or tissue.

Most hernias occur within the abdominal cavity area, between the chest and the hips.

Mpilo Hospital spokesperson, Ozias Ndlovu confirmed the programme yesterday without giving details.

“Patient screening will be conducted at the hospital from 8am to 5pm on Sunday. Children should be above one year and have groin, scrotal or umbilical hernia and should bring any relevant medical records,” the post read.

“Surgeries will be conducted from Monday, March 7 to Friday, March 11.”

Cleveland Clinic statistics show that about 75 to 80% of hernias are inguinal or femoral, 2% are incisional or ventral, 3 to 10% are umbilical, affecting 10 to 20% of new born babies.

Adults may get a umbilical hernia by straining the abdominal area, being overweight, having a long heavy cough or after giving birth.

Symptoms of hernia include swelling or bulge in the groin or scrotum (the pouch that contains the testicles), increased pain at the site of the bulge, pain while lifting, increase in the bulge size over time, a dull aching sensation or a sense of feeling full or signs of bowel obstruction.

The most common forms of hernia include inguinal, femoral, umbilical, hiatal (hiatus).

Other types of hernias include incisional, epigastric, spigelian and diaphragmatic.-newsday

Man Kills Wife, R_apes Corpse

By A Correspondent- A Mutare man, Joel Mutasa yesterday appeared before magistrate Langton Kata facing charges of choking and murdering his wife and then raping her dead body before hanging her in an attempt to conceal the murder.

Mutasa was remanded in custody to March 15 and told to apply for bail at the High Court.

Prosecutor Talent Nyamuzuwe told the court that the accused needs to be examined in terms of the Mental Health Act.

“We are going to examine his mental health because he was not constant about what he was saying in court,” Nyamuzuwe said.

Allegations were that on the fateful day, Mutasa strangled Brylian Ngare.

He reportedly raped her once, before hanging her from a roof truss.

He admitted that he committed the offence.-newsday

JUST IN-Dr Amai Assaults Mnangagwa With Unprintable Insults

The highly controversial Dr Amai character has gone on overdrive to insult the ZANU PF leader Emmerson Mnangagwa. The first person to title herself Dr Amai was former First Lady Grace Mugabe. Speaking in a mix of lengthy and short outbursts, the latest, who is the ZANU PF activist, Gugulethu Ncube announces that she no longer respects Mnangagwa. She then goes on to use unprintable insults to describe the despot while demanding that he must stop barring opposition voices. She uses descriptives that are beyond the emotion. This is freedom of speech or of moral-breach? (WARNING- STRONG LANGUAGE)

Armed Robbers Who Exchanged Fire With Police Nabbed

By A Correspondent- Six members of a suspected eight-member gang of robbers were nabbed by Police after a shoot-out and high-speed chase in Masvingo yesterday afternoon.

Police Spokesperson, Inspector Kudakwashe Dhewa confirmed the story to The Mirror this morning. He however, said that he did not have a lot of details as he was out of office.

Sources told The Mirror that suspected robbers stole gold from some miners in Mashava yesterday and an alarm was raised. Police from CID in Masvingo were tipped that the suspects were driving towards Masvingo in a silver Toyota Wish.

Police spotted the car as it entered the city at the junction of Bulawayo – Masvingo Highway and Harare – Masvingo Highway. The vehicle was trailed into the CBD and ordered to stop at the Corner of Robert Mugabe and Josiah Tongogara near Chicken Slice but the suspects sped off. Police fired shots into the air near Chicken Inn but the suspects did not stop.

The vehicle sped off and turned back towards Harare Road and was involved in a collision with a haulage truck near Gokomere Mission.

Six of the suspects were nabbed at the scene while two managed to escape. Those arrested are in Police custody. -Masvingo Mirror

Squatter Dies After Eating Poisoned Snacks

By A Correspondent- A 35 year old man from Ngozi mine squatter in Bulawayo died, while his friend was hospitalised after they ate ‘poisoned’ snacks they picked from a dumpsite.

Bulawayo police spokesperson Inspector Abednico Ncube confirmed the incident.

He identified the deceased as Absolom Ncube. Senzo Ndebele (34) survived and was hospitalised at Mpilo hospital and discharged.

“On the fateful day (February 28), Ncube and his friend Ndebele were scavenging for food at Ngozi mine dump site when they picked a packet of Hello potato chips. After eating the two started complaining of severe stomach. Ncube collapsed and died on the sport after having difficulties in breathing,’’ said Ncube.

Ncube urged members of the public to be wary of poisonous stuff and make sure that their disposal is safe.

Recently, a grade 4 pupil from Emakhandeni pupil died amd two others were hospitalised after consuming “hello’ snacks laced with poison.-newsday

Fresh Details Emerge On PG Hodzi Resignation

By A Correspondent- Former Prosecutor General (PG) Kumbirai Hodzi was reportedly forced to resign by officials from the President and Cabinet (OPC) and senior officials from the Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs for alleged incompetence and corruption.

A local publication reported official and security sources as saying Hodzi had been under pressure since December last year when a dossier, accusing him of corruption and incompetence, was submitted to the OPC and Justice ministry

The dossier contained information obtained from members of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the Judicial Service Commission and lawyers.

As a result, Hodzi reportedly experienced serious mental health issues before suffering two major strokes last week.

The OPC announced on Tuesday that Hodzi resigned with immediate effect due to ill health but did not give details.

Sources told New Zimbabwe that Hodzi was being tormented by senior officials from the Ministry of Justice and had stopped coming to work in the second week of February. Said a source:

What actually happened is that sometime in December, a dossier highly critical of his performance as PG was submitted to the OPC and he has been under great pressure since then.

This document was produced anonymously from information gathered from the NPA officials and the legal fraternity. Even judges and magistrates are said to have contributed.

There were also allegations of corruption against him and the OPC has been on his case since then.

The main issue was that of incompetence and questions regarding his fitness for office.

So it really took a toll on his mental and physical health, to the extent that he could at times be seen talking to himself at work, which led to rumours within the corridors that he had lost his mind throughout this period.

It got really worse towards the end of January and, by the second week, he could not come to work.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa appointed Hodzi PG in 2019 even though he was not among the top three performers during public interviews conducted by the JSC as was required by the law.

Hodzi’s incompetence was to be exposed later, with High Court Justice Tawanda Chitapi telling him “to go back to the law school” after he blundered in a bail appeal in a high-profile robbery case.

Tribunal For High Court Judge Justice Mushore

By A Correspondent- The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has recommended a tribunal to determine whether High Court judge Justice Edith Mushore should continue as a judicial office after failing to report for duty for nine months.

Since June last year, the JSC has unsuccessfully tried to contact the judge to hear her story and her whereabouts are still unknown.

Secretary for Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Mrs Virginia Mabiza confirmed the development, saying the recommendations have since been forwarded to President Mnangagwa, who will set the tribunal.

The recommendations, Mrs Mabiza said, were done in terms of Section 187 (1) and (3) of the supreme law of the country to ascertain if the judge is still mentally and physically fit to continue working.

A tribunal will also investigate and establish whether there is evidence of gross incompetence and misconduct on the judge’s part.

The JSC has recommended to the President that the question of her suitability to remain in office be referred to a Tribunal. We await further instructions from the Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC).

The referral is in terms of s187 (1) and s187 (3) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, said Mrs Mabiza. Section 187 of the Constitution provides that a judge may be removed from office only for inability to perform the functions of his or her office, due to mental or physical incapacity, gross incompetence or gross misconduct.

In terms of the law, once the commission recommends a Tribunal, the President is obliged to facilitate and appoint the tribunal.

Justice Mushore last reported for duty on June 14 last year and is yet to give a formal explanation.

Judges cannot be absent from work for more than three days without official leave and if unwell they are asked to send in a doctor’s report so they are granted sick leave.

Efforts by her superiors in the judiciary to get an explanation from Justice Mushore, and invitations for her to send her driver with a doctor’s report, have been in vain and no one from the JSC has been able to gain admittance to her home.

The Judge President of the High Court has since allocated Justice Mushore’s cases to other judges to ensure the litigants get justice within reasonable time.

Justice Mushore is attached to the family law court at the High Court.

When asked initially for an explanation she indicated she was unwell, but she has not sent a sick note. Three separate letters were written by her superiors at the High Court asking her to at least send a driver with the doctor’s note, but without success.

The head of the High Court’s family law division, her immediate superior, in June last year wrote Justice Mushore a letter asking her to explain her absence from work.

A month later, the Judge President of the High Court wrote again to Justice Mushore reminding her that her absence from work without official explanation amounts to misconduct.

She was even asked to send her driver with the sick note but to no avail.

On August 12 last year, the Judge President informed Chief Justice Luke Malaba of the development and he then sought an explanation from Justice Mushore in writing, but up to now she has not responded.

In June, the motion court failed to sit after Justice Mushore did not attend. Herald

Viral Picture Of Marry Chiwenga’s Dad Looking 30s

Below is the viral picture of Vice President Constantino Chiwenga’s estranged wife, Marry Mubaiwa’s father at the High Court hearing over his nephew the late Genius Kadungure’s estate. The elder might be going through tough times, but he took opportunity to look his best, or at least as said by many: totally 30s flashy.

Masvingo Robbers In Police Shoot-Out

By- Six members of a suspected eight-member armed robbers gang were arrested on Tuesday afternoon following an intense exchange of gunfire with Masvingo police detectives.

The six were arrested near Gokomere Mission along the Masvingo-Harare highway where they were involved in a road traffic accident as they fled from police fire.

They were allegedly part of an eight-man gang that had stolen gold ore in Mashava before fleeing with their loot.

The other two suspects who got away are still unaccounted for and police are looking for them.
Masvingo provincial police spokesperson Inspector Kudakwashe Dhehwa confirmed the incident.
The gang of eight allegedly went to Mashava on Tuesday morning where they stole gold ore from some artisanal miners.
Masvingo police detectives were alerted that the suspects were driving towards Masvingo City in a Silver Toyota Wish vehicle.
The car was spotted at the junction of Bulawayo road and Masvingo-Harare highway as they entered the city.

The vehicle was followed by detectives into the CBD and was ordered to stop but sped off.
Police fired warning shots into the air but the suspects did not stop.
They drove along the Harare-Masvingo road with police detectives in hot pursuit.
Lucky ran out for six members of the gang after their vehicle collided head-on with a haulage truck moving towards Masvingo City.
Two of the suspects fled while the remainder were nabbed by detectives and are in custody awaiting appearance in court.

Human Rights Lawyers Speak On Zanu PF Chamisa Violence

By- The Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) has condemned the violence that took place at a Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) rally held in Kwekwe on Sunday.

The violence resulted in the death of one person.

In a statement, the lawyers said:

ZLHR CONDEMNS ACTS OF VIOLENCE IN KWEKWE

ZIMBABWE Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) strongly condemns the acts of violence that took place at a Citizens’ Coalition for Change (CCC) rally on 27 February 2022.

ZLHR urges everyone to shun political violence and all forms of intolerance towards members of different political parties.

ZLHR also calls upon Zimbabwean authorities to urgently investigate all incidents of political violence so that perpetrators of the heinous crimes can be held accountable for their actions.

On 27 February 2022, some suspected Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (ZANU PF) political party youths meted out violence to supporters of CCC political party, who were gathered for a rally at Mbizo 4 shopping centre, in Kwekwe.

The violence broke out while the leader of CCC political party, Advocate Nelson Chamisa, was addressing his supporters in an open space at the shopping centre. A number of suspected ZANU PF party followers disguised as CCC party supporters threw stones at the CCC members, injuring several people in the process. A man was stabbed multiple times during the skirmish that ensued and he subsequently lost his life after being admitted at Kwekwe General Hospital.

The deplorable acts of violence by suspected members of the ruling ZANU PF party are extremely concerning because they threaten Zimbabwe’s democracy and the rule of law. A thriving democracy depends on the respect for the fundamental rights of everyone by all members of society and tolerance towards people who may have differing political views. Violence is also a threat to the peaceful co-existence of all Zimbabwean citizens, regardless of their political opinions, association or background. Violence is also deeply condemned by international law.

The Constitution of Zimbabwe, in Section 52(a), guarantees everyone the right to be free from all forms of violence. The Constitution, in Section 155, also prescribes that electoral processes must be free from violence. The acts of violence by the suspected ZANU PF party youths flout these constitutional principles. The targeting of CCC party supporters by the ruling party’s supporters also demonstrates the latter’s wanton disregard for the fundamental right to freedom of assembly and association, which is enshrined in Section 58 of the Constitution. The unprovoked attacks on the CCC party supporters by the ZANU PF party youths also infringed the victims’ right to personal security, human dignity and right to life.

The prosperity of Zimbabwe’s democracy heavily depends upon the successful prevention of these politically-motivated violent acts.

Therefore, ZLHR calls upon:

• All members of society to shun political violence and all forms of intolerance towards members of different political parties;

• Members of the ruling party to condemn and desist from all violent activities;

• The authorities to urgently investigate the acts of violence that took place at the CCC party rally in Kwekwe so that the perpetrators can be held accountable.

• The authorities to take concrete measures that are designed to prevent politically-motivated acts of violence from occurring again in the future.

Mbuya Evelyn Mwakotsa Dies

By Farai D Hove | A Methodist Church elder, Mbuya Evelyn Mwakotsa has died at the age of 72.

Mbuya Evelyn Mwakotsa

The mother of Mutoko Mudzi District Superintendent Rev Heather J. Zisengwe, passed on on Sunday, the church announced.


Mbuya Mwakotsa passed on Sunday 27 February 2022 at Michael Gelfand Hospital.
Her body will lie in state overnight at 1 Chihota Road, Mbare today, the announcement further read without disclosing the cause of death.


Church service was yesterday at 8AM at St Paul’s Mbare UMC followed by interment at Glen Forest Memorial Park at 2PM.

Chitando Fails To Defend Mine Grab

Mines and Mining Development Minister, Winston Chitando, Thursday failed to defend the grabbing of gold mining claims in Mberengwa district, Midlands province.

Chitando stands accused of grabbing gold claims owned by businessman Yakub Ibrahim Mohamed’s firm, Anesu Gold, and transferring them to Gold Reef Mining, where he was a shareholder.

In the High Court application, Mohamed claimed that Anesu Gold is the registered owner of the claims which are also referred to as Mangoro claims (Ipanema).

Chitando’s lawyer Lovemore Madhuku failed to produce an opposing affidavit to deny the allegations when he appeared before High Court judge Justice Rogers Manyangadze.

The other respondent, Golden Reef, was represented by Welshman Ncube.

Ncube argued that Anesu Gold had failed to establish a locus standi in its founding affidavit. Ncube submitted:

It is respectfully submitted that applicant, having been previously challenged on its locus standi, in previous cases between the parties, particularly case numbers HC7497/20 and HC33/21, had an obligation to plead its locus standi in the founding affidavit by explaining how it has the locus standi to vindicate rights which on the face of it belonged to a company known as Start Mining Services.

Mohamed argued in his application that the mining claims were previously registered in the name of Start Mining Services (Pvt) Limited, but at the material time, they were owned by and/or registered in his company name.

He said in 2018, invoices were sent to Start Mining Services to pay mining fees for the mining claim, but it failed, leading to forfeiture.

But Gold Reef argued that Mohamed and Anesu Gold had no legal right to bring the case before the courts, adding that there was nothing illegal about Chitando being a director of Golden Reef Mining- NewsDay Zimbabwe

Two Stabbed To Death In Fight Over Girlfriend

By A Correspondent- Two Silobela men were murdered in cold blood during a fight over a woman at Cross Roads Business Centre, in the early hours of Saturday, police have confirmed.

The two, Blessed Sibanda (25) and Hillary Maphosa (21), of Chief Malisa, in Silobela, lost their lives after allegedly being stabbed by Talcott Mupasi.

His brother, Munashe, was also involved in the fight over a well-endowed girlfriend whose name has not yet been disclosed.

The two brothers have since been arrested.

Midlands police spokesperson, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, confirmed the incident.

“Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms investigating the murder of two who were stabbed to death by a knife.

“The incident occurred at Cross Roads Business Centre, Silobela on 29 January 2022 at about 0030 hours. The now deceased two men have been identified as Blessed Sibanda, aged 25 years, of Madhambi Village, Chief Malisa, Silobela, and Hillary Maphosa, aged 21 years, from Simangeta Village, Chief Malisa, Silobela,” said Insp Mahoko.

He said the two deceased men were drinking beer with the two brothers Talcot and Munashe Mupasi.

Sibanda and Talcott then had a misunderstanding over a girlfriend.

“The argument degenerated into a fist fight.

A third man, Nqaba Ndlovu, was also stabbed.

He is now admitted at Kwekwe District Hospital.

“The two suspects were arrested and are in police custody.”

— HMetro

Unruly Zanu PF Supporters Disrupt Public Hearing On PVO Bill

Tinashe Sambiri| Unruly Zanu PF supporters violently disrupted the Parliamentary Public Hearing on the PVO Bill at Masvingise Business Centre In Gutu.

The citizens of Gutu District rejected the PVO amendment bill on Tuesday.

A human rights defender said yesterday:
“Parliamentary Public hearings must not be politicized and also Zanu PF must desist from violence .

Zanu PF youths assaulted human rights defender Epraim Mutombeni at Masvingise Bussiness Centre in Gutu.

The human rights defender was assaulted for disputing the PVO amendment bill.”

Epraim Mutombeni

MaShurugwi Stab Two Cops

FOUR illegal gold panners have been dragged to the Bulawayo Magistrates Court facing allegations of robbing and stabbing two police officers in the city.

Mbekezeli Brighton Sibanda (24), Michael Khumalo (25), Lindani Mpala (20) and Bhekani Ndlovu (20) denied the charges when they appeared before regional magistrate Dambudzo Malunga on Tuesday. Malunga remanded them in custody to March 23 for continuation of trial.

Prosecutor Naison Chivayo told the court that sometime in January, a police officer, Really Vhiyayi Sarireni, was on his way home in Pumula South when he met the quartet. It tried to rob him of his mobile phone, but he ran away.

The four gave chase and caught up with him, took away his cellphone before assaulting and stabbing him.

A passerby, who was a Criminal Investigation Department officer Mehluli Sibanda attempted to intervene, but was threatened and ran away.

They gave chase and caught up with him at his house where they damaged window panes and assaulted him, leaving him for dead before stealing his car. The matter was reported to the police leading to their arrest.- Newsday

Mwonzora Recalls Chitungwiza Mayor

RE: NOTIFICATION OF WITHDRAWAL FROM COUNCIL

Kindly be advised that we are in receipt of the attached letter from the Minister of Local Government and Public Works, Honourable J G. Moyo dated 1 March 2022 informing Council that you have been expelled from your party, the Movement for Democratic Change(T).

In view of the above, kindly be advised that you are no longer a Councillor for ward 7 and the ward is now vacant with effect from 2 March 2022.

Please ensure that you surrender any property that belongs to Council to the Acting Chamber Secretary, through the Audit Manager.

Allow me to extend my profound gratitude for the valuable contribution you have rendered to the Municipality during your period as a Councillor/ Mayor.

You are advised to acknowledge receipt by signing in the space provided hereunder.

E. Machona signed

Acting Town Clerk

Police Release Zanu PF Activists Accused Of Killing CCC Member

By Jane Mlambo| According to the Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum, 11 of the 16 Zanu PF youths arrested for allegedly killing a CCC supporter at a rally addressed by opposition leader Nelson Chamisa in Kwekwe on Sunday have been released.

Police did not give reasons for releasing the 11 facing such a serious crime.

Meanwhile, there are reports that suspected state security agents violently stole the body of the late activist from the family amid worrying concerns that they have taken over the funeral.

Mboneni Ncube died following violent scenes at the CCC Star Rally in Kwekwe on Sunday.

Over 20 suspected ruling party militia descended on the CCC rally in Mbizo and started attacking people, throwing stones and using machetes and knobkerries. The violence left tens injured and hospitalised.

Chamisa said he was made aware of a scheme to attack his motorcade at roadblocks mounted on all highways in the Midlands province.

The violent scenes were captured live on camera and has been widely condemned.

Mnangagwa Party A Danger To Society

President Nelson Chamisa On Twitter:

Any person who seeks to justify violence or explain it away from its real authors and perpetrators is not only evil and cruel but an outright danger to society. ZIMBABWE’s biggest problem is institutionalized violence,lying and deceit.A whole government mouthpiece that lies!!

https://twitter.com/nelsonchamisa/status/1498574819864027139?s=20&t=LVv8x-T9xet3MHyicgPFZw

MAGAYA HOME RAID: Police Recover 4 Guns

Police and other security agents yesterday raided three houses in Harare, including that of Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries leader Prophet Walter Magaya, and arrested a foreigner and recovered four guns, following information on alleged reports of unlicensed guns being kept a at the premises.

recovered guns

Sources close to the investigations said police had targeted the three premises in search of drugs, guns and criminals being harboured following information that had been supplied to them.

They then conducted the raids after obtaining warrants of search and seizure.

Police have since arrested one suspect in Avondale West, identified as Ashref Kara, who was found in possession of four guns and several rounds of ammunition.

No arrests or recoveries were recorded on the other two premises in Mt Pleasant belonging to PHD Ministries leader Prophet Magaya, and in Sandton, where they also raided.

At Prophet Magaya’s house, police were looking for one Frank Mudimu, who is believed to have supplied a wrong address to the police, according to a search warrant seen by The Herald.

In an interview, national police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the development.

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms that acting on credible information and ongoing investigations on suspicious criminal movements, the police obtained warrants of search and seizure leading to raids at three premises in Harare today (yesterday).

“As a result, one suspect, Ashref Kara of number 66 Argyle Road, Avondale West, Harare, has been arrested for possession of unlicenced firearms and ammunition,” he said.

The firearms recovered are one Plainsman pistol, a Gabilondoy CIA Victoria Pistol with four rounds, an Auto pistol 6.35mm with three rounds of ammunition, a Brevete Autoque pistol, a CZ magazine with one round and a pistol holster.

The suspect is facing charges of contravening the provisions of the Firearms Act, Chapter 10:09.

“The police also conducted raids at number 18 Cuba Road, Mt Pleasant and 261 Phase 1, Sandton, Goodhope in Harare. These raids were not targeting specific individuals or personalities but criminal activities based on information given to the police.

“The police takes this opportunity to thank the public for cooperating and continuous supply of information on possible criminal acts in the country,” Asst Comm Nyathi said.

When contacted for comment, PHD Ministries chief spokesperson and senior overseer, Mr Admire Mango, confirmed the developments saying from information he had gathered the police were looking for one Mudimu, and not Prophet Magaya.

Mr Mango, who was on his way from Chinhoyi, said he was still gathering more information over the matter and would provide more details soon.

The yet to be identified Mudimu is believed to have supplied a false address which resulted in the police raiding Prophet Magaya’s house.

Mudimu is believed to be in possession of unlicenced firearms. -state media

Mnangagwa Betrays Putin

Emmerson Mnangagwa betrayed his supporter since the liberation struggle days, Vladimir Putin, when his administration turned away from backing his invasion of Ukraine. 

Vladimir Putin

While explanations were not declared, Zimbabwe emerged among the 35 countries that abstained from voting in favour of Russia when the United Nations General Assembly put the Ukraine crisis for a vote.

Mnangagwa on Wednesday turned away from supporting the ally he called my big brother, Vladimir Putin on the latter’s invasion of Ukraine, launched last week.

This was during the drafting of a UN resolution against the invasion of Ukraine.

The UN met on Wednesday afternoon and obtained majority votes in favour of a condemnation of the invasion.

Russia invaded Ukraine following claims by Putin that the country belongs to his government. According to Putin, Ukraine was created by the Russian government.

Over 498 Russian troops have been killed in Ukraine, and 1,597 wounded, Russia’s Defence Ministry announced in its first report of military casualties since the country invaded its eastern European neighbour last week.

On the other side, the bombardment of Kharkiv in Ukraine has killed 21 people and hurt 112, as Ukrainian official announced.

Some Russian planes have been shot down, they added.

Only one African country (Eritrea) supports Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In Europe, there is only one, Belarus. The other 3 are North Korea, Syria, and itself, Russia.

Zimbabwe abstained.

The vote was 141 to 5, with 35 abstentions. It came after the 193-member assembly convened its first emergency session since 1997.

Mnangagwa’s administration is expected to release a comprehensive statement on the vote today.

Although resolutions aren’t legally binding, the vote yesterday reflected divided opinion over the Russian-initiated military operation in Ukraine.

Most Western nations voted against Russia while Zimbabwe was among the 35 that included China, El Salvador, India, Iran, Iraq, China, South Africa, Algeria, Angola and Mozambique that abstained.

Countries that were pushing for an outright condemnation of Russia got a rude awakening as at least 5 countries came out guns blazing in support of President Vladimir Putin. Countries that spoke for Russia included Belarus, North Korea, Cuba and Syria.

President Putin has raised concern over Ukraine, which he said must remain a neutral buffer state and not become a member of NATO. He has also called for NATO to stop military activities in Eastern Europe, blaming it for undermining the region’s security.

The Russian president has said the military operation in Ukraine is meant to protect and secure its security concerns.

Five countries, Russia, Syria, North Korea, Eritrea and Belarus voted against reprimanding Russia while 141 members supported the resolution.

Meanwhile, Zimbabwe is evacuating its citizens who have managed to leave Ukraine to neighbouring countries mainly Poland.

An envoy was dispatched to Poland for the safe-keeping of Zimbabweans who have fled to the central European country, these Zimbabweans are generally students who were studying in Eastern Europe.

The Government representative is taking care of their welfare in Poland while facilitating their return home after the Government committed to pay for their return tickets.

Posting on their micro blogging site Twitter this week, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade said: “The Government wishes to inform all students who have left Ukraine to urgently get in touch with the Government official in Poland.

“The Government has already dispatched an official to Poland to organise their stay in Poland and buy their tickets to Zimbabwe. All those who are stranded and wish to travel to Zimbabwe will be assisted.”

The Foreign Affairs Ministry assured parents that the Government was seized with evacuating its citizens home.

All students in Ukraine were being urged to cross the border into neighbouring Poland where Government intervention was guaranteed from there.

“Government wishes to assure parents with students in Ukraine that they should not worry. The Government is going to pay for return tickets for all the students currently being evacuated from Ukraine to Zimbabwe.

“All the students currently in Ukraine are urged to cross over to Poland and they will be assisted from there. Our Embassy in Germany is making all concerted efforts to make sure that our students are brought home safely.

“Our Embassy in Germany is already in touch with most of our students in Ukraine and is currently working towards assisting its nationals based in that country. Those who haven’t contacted the Embassy are urged to do so on the number: +4903023255676 or by email: [email protected].”

There are 256 registered Zimbabweans in Ukraine.- State Media/Additional Reporting

Mnangagwa’s Zanu PF Party Responsible For Hooliganism- President Chamisa

President Nelson Chamisa On Twitter:

Any person who seeks to justify violence or explain it away from its real authors and perpetrators is not only evil and cruel but an outright danger to society. ZIMBABWE’s biggest problem is institutionalized violence,lying and deceit.A whole government mouthpiece that lies!!

https://twitter.com/nelsonchamisa/status/1498574819864027139?s=20&t=LVv8x-T9xet3MHyicgPFZw

Mnangagwa Spooks “Steal” Mboneni Ncube Body

Tinashe Sambiri|Citizens’ Coalition For Change leader President Nelson Chamisa will take the Yellow Revolution to the City of Kings at the weekend.

This was said CCC deputy spokesperson Gift Ostallos Siziba.

“Painting the City of Kings and Queens Yellow.

We are ready, it’s the Citizens movement, everyone is welcome. Be there, Register to Vote and be part of this exciting journey to win Zimbabwe for Change. #YellowSkies.”

CCC has also accused the Zanu PF regime of hijacking murdered activist Mboneni Ncube’s funeral.

In a statement CCC official Hon Settlement Chikwinya said:

“I have seen a terrified family, frozen as events turn out that the CIO is determined to bury@mbonenincube the same way they did
@gifttandare

State has stolen the body in a movie style. Citizens we must liberate the Ncube family.”

Cleric Reprimands Chiwenga Over Threats To Crush Opposition

Tinashe Sambiri|The church has an obligation to speak out against political violence, Bishop Ancelimo Magaya of Zimbabwe Divine Destiny has said.

Bishop Magaya described threats by Constantino Chiwenga to “crush Citizens’ Coalition For Change like lice” as shocking and unacceptable.

Read Bishop Magaya’s full statement:

“Evil driven politics should stop” demands the church

The church is utterly shocked that Zimbabwean politics is still in this day and age deeply entrenched in hate speech, violence and bloodletting when other nations have embraced tolerance inclusivity and progressive nationhood.

Kenya has set a commendable standard for nation building when President Uhuru Kenyatta announced his endorsement to an opposition member. That is fatherhood at best, statesmanship par excellence.

The recent violence perpetrated on the CCC supporters resulting in the deaths of at least 2 people at a rally in Kwekwe came at the instigation of high-profile ZANU PF leader in which he clearly issued a warning to the opposition that Zanu Pf will crush them like lice. Such wicked statements from a supposed leader second in command in the governance hierarchy should never be tolerated at all.

Who shall remind this moribund rulership that similar irresponsible statements drove Rwanda to a very regrettable civil war in the 90s?

Of note though this time around, is the commendable conduct of the police who we understand quickly apprehended the culprits and just hope that no political interference impedes the justice delivery system. We have said it before and will say it again that our ZRP if not interfered with, are one of the most efficient and professional force, this side of the world.

The church also demands that government ensures good police coverage on all political party rallies for the safety of everyone.

The nation must stand against this violence prone political leadership and make it clear that such base, primitive and evil politics is totally un-Zimbabwean and if they cannot practice clean free and fair politics, they should just pack bags and allow the nation to move forward without them. After all, the economy has literally collapsed under such visionless leadership who have sought to hold onto power through hook and crook at the expense of acceptable democratic processes.

The tired mantra “we liberated this country” has long lost value because of the serious negation of the ethos of the liberation struggle which we all know.

The bible condemns the shedding of blood of innocent people and even the liberation struggle had this as one of its guiding principles during those years. How then in the name of the same struggle do we have people purporting to have liberated the nation, killing anyone of a divergent view when even the late Tongogara himself, said “we are fighting to see a free Zimbabwe in which white and black can freely co-exist” Further, if we truly uphold Ubuntu/Hunhu values, tribal differences will become insignificant amongst us.

Evil political leaders ought to be reminded that time for owning up to their deeds under the sun will come someday, and at times the consequences might be faced in this life and beyond the grave as well.

People’s innocent blood will always cry before their creator and the Political leadership of the day ought to be reminded that God is no respecter of persons.

The bible says “These things you have done, and I kept quiet: you thought I was altogether like you. But I will rebuke you and accuse you to your face” NIV Psalm 50:21

What then shall the nation expect in the forthcoming by-elections, what of the 2023 elections if ZANU PF and its cronies are not allowing free campaigning for just a Bye-election. The nation must wake up to the reality that Zimbabwe is under siege from these intolerant evil men ruling this nation by an iron fist.

The church as the voice of conscience speaking the mind of God will not keep quiet when evil raises its ugly head against the citizens.

By Bishop Magaya
Executive Director
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Confirmed: Prosecutor General Kumbirai Hodzi Resigns

ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHIEF SECRETARY TO THE PRESIDENT AND CABINET, DR. M.J.M. SIBANDA, FOLLOWING THE RESIGNATION OF PROSECUTOR-GENERAL HONOURABLE KUMBIRAI HOOZI, HARARE, 1st MARCH, 2012

It is with regret that I announce the resignation of Honourable Kumbirai Hodzi, as Prosecutor General. His resignation has come about due to ill health requiring medical attention. In the light of this, His Excellency the President, Dr E.D Mnangagwa, has accepted the resignation. His Excellency is ready to redeploy Hon Hodzi elsewhere in the Service as soon as his health rallies back.

Hon. Hodzi was appointed Prosecutor General in July 2018 during which far-reaching institutional changes were effected in the Office of the Prosecutor General. Prior to this appointment, Hon Hodzi served Government as Deputy Attorney General.

Traditional Healer Uses Joystick To “Cleanses” Girl

By- Police have arrested a traditional healer for allegedly raping a 12-year-old girl under the pretext of cleansing her.

Police on their twitter page confirmed the incident which occurred in Gwelutshena on February 26.

“The ZRP confirms the arrest of a self-proclaimed witchdoctor Master Ndlovu (49) in connection with a case of rape involving a minor (12) which occurred at Nkanyiso Village, Sengulube, Mateme Gwelutshena on February.

“The suspect approached the victim and told her that she was possessed and needed some cleansing before commanding the victim to remove all her clothes.

He smeared some substances on the complainant’s privates, gave her some powder to consume and she became unconscious,” said their police.

The police said the suspect raped the victim and left her unconscious in a kitchen hut.
-State media

11 Chamisa Kwekwe Rally Violence Thugs Released

By- The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum has reported that 11 of the 16 people arrested in connection with violence and murder at the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) rally held in Kwekwe over the weekend have been released.
Meanwhile, the remainder (5) appeared in court on Tuesday and were remanded in custody. The suspects who appeared before the courts are Edmore Shoshera (30) of Mbizo 15, Albert Maketo Tembo (29) of Mbizo 15, Percy Mukwaturi (38) Chicago, Talent Imbayago (28) of Chief Choto, Gokwe and Panashe Makuvaze (24) of Chief Gwesela, Zhombe.
In a statement seen by Pindula News, the forum said:
11 of the 16 Zanu PF youths arrested for allegedly killing a CCC supporter at a rally addressed by opposition leader Nelson Chamisa in Kwekwe on Sunday have been released. Police did not give reasons for releasing the 11 facing such a serious crime.
The suspects, who are suspected ZANU PF members were arrested for the murder of 35-year-old Mbongeni Ncube damaging several vehicles, and injuring many people, some of which were treated and discharged while some are hospitalised and are in critical condition.

The five who are represented by different lawyers were not asked to plead when they appeared before Kwekwe regional magistrate Florence Nago who remanded them in custody to March 15.
It is alleged that on February 27 at around 1530 hours, one of the accused persons stabbed Ncube with a sharp object thrice on the back. Ncube was rushed to Kwekwe General Hospital and was confirmed dead upon admission.
All the accused persons were positively identified by witnesses who alerted police leading to their subsequent arrest at around 5:30 pm on the same day.
They were found in possession of spears, knives and machetes.

It is alleged that the accused persons disturbed the peace, security and order of the public at Mbizo 4 Shopping Centre open space when they threw stones, spears, knives home-made petrol missiles and used sjamboks and catapults to inflict bodily harm to people who were at a CCC campaign rally.
The state opposed bail saying the accused might abscond court and are likely to interfere with witnesses. Tembo and Shoshera have pending attempted murder and murder cases respectively.

ZACC Exonerates Mugabe Minister 

By- The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) Tuesday said there was insufficient evidence against former Public Service minister Petronella Kagonye in one of her cases of fraud.

Kagonye, who is represented by Rungano Mahuni, is being accused of defrauding Shingiriro Housing Co-operative of some money after promising to deliver residential stands.

But ZACC officer Gilbert Manyore who is the investigating officer in the matter said he had encountered a challenge in investigating another count of fraud as an unnamed bookkeeper was outside the country.

He said the availability of the bookkeeper was critical in the investigations.

The officer also said the documents of the co-operative were not enough.

Kagonye, who was facing three counts of fraud, had one case withdrawn after witnesses claimed that they were coerced to lie against the former minister.

She also faces charges of converting government computers to own use.

Manyore, however, failed to state the number of computers received by Kagonye.

The defence filed a notice for discharge at the close of the State case.

Magistrate Vongai Muchuchuti-Guwuriro will deliver her ruling on March 18.

The ex-minister is also being accused of converting US$18 000 meant for residential stands for a housing co-operative to personal use, a charge she denies. 

More: NewsDay Zimbabwe

July Moyo Fires Several National Municipalities Staffers

By- Local government minister July Moyo has barred any official who is on bail to report for duty until their cases are cleared.

In a circular addressed to all mayors and chairpersons titled “Directive on Reporting for Work while on Bail”, Moyo said the ban was with immediate effect.

Minister Moyo said the surge in the arrest of senior council employees on charges relating to criminal abuse of office, among others, has sent mixed reactions to the public that they are employed to serve.
“My office has always maintained the unwavering stance that in interest of the public and as a good corporate governance practice, any official who has a matter pending before the courts may not be allowed to continue with their day-to-day operations in council until they have been acquitted by the same courts,” he said.
Minister Moyo has in the past issued a similar directive when a host of Harare City Council officials were arrested on corruption related charges sometime in 2020.
All officials who were on bail pending finalisation of their cases were receiving their full salaries and benefits. Herald

Police Hunts For Magaya

By- The Zimbabwe Republic Police and other security agents this morning raided the house of PHD Ministries leader Prophet Walter Magaya for alleged criminal investigations.

The team raided his Mt Pleasant house in Harare as part of undisclosed criminal investigations.

In an interview, national police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the development but could not shed more light.
“This is in relation to ongoing criminal investigations being conducted by the police and we will release details soon,” he said.

  • Herald

Ginimbi Sisters Wins Late Social-lite’s Estate

By- The late Genius “Ginimbi” Kadungure’s two sisters, Nelia and Juliet, have been jointly appointed as executors to his estate.

The family convened a meeting at the Master of High Court yesterday, following a recent High Court ruling, which declared his unsigned will, and appointment of its executor, as null and void.
Ginimbi’s father, Anderson Kadungure, and his uncle Kenny Mubaiwa, also attended the meeting.
Prior to the High Court challenge, a questionable will had appointed Patricia Darangwa to be the executor while Ginimbi’s Lamborghini was given to his friend Kit Kat.
As it now stands Ginimbi died intestate (without a will).
“The family yesterday convened an edict meeting in compliance with what was ordered by the court, in order to restart the whole process and register the late Genius Kadungure’s estate.
“His father, two sisters and uncle attended the meeting and it was agreed that the siblings jointly perform duties of executor,” said the family lawyer, Shingi Ushewekunze.
Ushewekunze said the family will now start a fresh process.
“Now, the family, through the two sisters, will begin the normal administration of the estate and share the wealth as they wish.
“The court ruled in their favour and it is now on record that Ginimbi died without a will,” said Ushewekunze.
The socialite died on November 8, 2020, after his Rolls Royce collided with a Honda Fit, along Liberation Legacy Way.
Three other occupants including Moana, and two foreigners Alishia and Karim, were burnt beyond recognition, after the doors of the Rolls Royce jammed.
Days after the incident, Darangwa presented an unsigned and undated will, purported to belong to Ginimbi.
Darangwa became an executor to the estate.
The family approached the High Court, seeking a review of the Master of High Court’s decision to accept the will, when Darangwa was keen to dispose of the Lamborghini to Kit Kat.
According to the family, Ginimbi owned various properties, including a mansion in Domboshava and a company called Infinity Gas, which operates in Zimbabwe, South Africa and Botswana.
The late socialite also owned an undisclosed number of vehicles.

  • H Metro

Mugabe Minister Off The Hook

By- The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) Tuesday said there was insufficient evidence against former Public Service minister Petronella Kagonye in one of her cases of fraud.

Kagonye, who is represented by Rungano Mahuni, is being accused of defrauding Shingiriro Housing Co-operative of some money after promising to deliver residential stands.

But ZACC officer Gilbert Manyore who is the investigating officer in the matter said he had encountered a challenge in investigating another count of fraud as an unnamed bookkeeper was outside the country.

He said the availability of the bookkeeper was critical in the investigations.

The officer also said the documents of the co-operative were not enough.

Kagonye, who was facing three counts of fraud, had one case withdrawn after witnesses claimed that they were coerced to lie against the former minister.

She also faces charges of converting government computers to own use.

Manyore, however, failed to state the number of computers received by Kagonye.

The defence filed a notice for discharge at the close of the State case.

Magistrate Vongai Muchuchuti-Guwuriro will deliver her ruling on March 18.

The ex-minister is also being accused of converting US$18 000 meant for residential stands for a housing co-operative to personal use, a charge she denies. 

More: NewsDay Zimbabwe

Mnangagwa Ditches Putin

Zimbabwean dictator, Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday backed down from supporting the ally he called my big brother, Vladimir Putin on the latter’s invasion of Ukraine, launched last week.

This was during the drafting of a UN resolution against the invasion of Ukraine.

The UN met on Wednesday afternoon and obtained majority votes in favour of a condemnation of the invasion.

Russia invaded Ukraine following claims by Putin that the country belongs to his government. According to Putin, Ukraine was created by the Russian government.

Over 498 Russian troops have been killed in Ukraine, and 1,597 wounded, Russia’s Defence Ministry announced in its first report of military casualties since the country invaded its eastern European neighbour last week.

On the other side, the bombardment of Kharkiv in Ukraine has killed 21 people and hurt 112, as Ukrainian official announced.

Some Russian planes have been shot down, they added.

Only one African country (Eritrea) supports Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In Europe, there is only one, Belarus. The other 3 are North Korea, Syria, and itself, Russia.

Zimbabwe abstained.

Mnangagwa Deports British Citizen

By- A British national has been sentenced to serve one month in prison or pay a fine of $20 000 after living in Zimbabwe for more than two years without a valid permit.

She will be deported to her home country after serving a sentence or paying the fine.

Irene Susan Catherine Ager (65) who resided at 3 Purbeck Gose, Highlands in Harare appeared in court on Friday, facing charges of contravening Section 29 of the Immigration Act.

Ager had lived in Zimbabwe for 685 days after her holiday visa had expired.

She had entered the country in 2020.

Ager pleaded guilty to the charge when she appeared before Harare magistrate, Mr Tafadzwa Miti.

Prosecutor, Ms Polite Chikiwa, said the accused arrived in Zimbabwe on March 11, 2020, and was given a double-entry holiday visa, which expired on April 10, 2020.

Upon expiry of the visa, the accused never extended her permit to stay in Zimbabwe, and overstayed for 685 days leading to her arrest on February 24, 2022.

More: The Sunday News

Nick Mangwana Lies Saying BBC Content Has Been Banned On Facebook

By Farai D Hove | Govt Spokesman Nick Mangwana fell to the lowest of lows on Wednesday when he suggested that the social networking website Facebook has banned the British public broadcaster, BBC’s news video which exposes racism in Ukraine.

Nick Mangwana

Mangwana said this encounter has taught him that he must do the same in Zimbabwe, that is, to block the content of Zimbabwean news sites he finds inconvenient to his views. He said the development justifies the banning of websites.

He said: The restricting of access to certain “inconvenient” content and the banning of sites and platforms not aligned to accepted narratives has taught me one thing; freedom of expression and the freedom of the media are cards only played to the advantage of those who set the rules.

Contrary to Mangwana, the BBC has not been censored at all by Facebook. When challenged, the government spokesperson remained mum.

Botswana Rapper In Barbaric Suicide Attempt

By- In a barbaric move, Botswana rapper/comedian Penene Ponono sent social media pictures of himself allegedly attempting to commit suicide during a Facebook live video. 

In the video, Ponono could be seen climbing a tree with a rope in his hand. He wrote on his Facebook live video post;

People won’t understand what you going through until you act stupid… I am sorry I love you all.

It is not clear if it was a prank or not. But whatever that could be, the act was barbaric and unacceptable.

Ponono’s “suicide attempt” comes just a couple of days after South African rapper, producer and songwriter, Riky Rick Committed suicide.

Riky Rick, real name Rikhado Muziwendlovu Chifaro Makhado, died on Wednesday after allegedly committing suicide. He was 34-years-old.

Riky Rick was found hanging by his friends at his estate home in north Joburg. His friends managed to rescue him and immediately rushed him to the hospital. Unfortunately, it was too late, and he did not make it.

Riky Rick suffered from severe depression and previously made a video in which he talked about his mental condition.

Before he shockingly took his own life, Riky Rick spent his last moments penning heartfelt letters to his wife Bianca Naidoo and his two children Maik and Jordan.

In his suicide note, Riky Rick revealed he was struggling with depression and he couldn’t go on. He pleaded with his wife Bianca Naidoo and his two children to forgive him for giving up. 

More: iHarare

Chelsea Mentor Refuses To Comment On Russia, Ukraine War

Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel lost his temper and hit out at reporters during a presser on Tuesday after being repeatedly asked about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

The German gaffer lost his cool while speaking ahead of the Blues’ FA Cup 5th Round encounter with Luton Town on Wednesday.

When asked about the situation currently unravelling in Ukraine, Tuchel said: “Listen, listen, listen you have to stop, I’m not a politician.

“You have to stop, honestly, I can only repeat it and I feel bad to repeat it because I’ve never experienced war.

“So even to talk about it I feel bad because I’m very privileged – I sit here in peace. I do the best I can but you have to stop asking me these questions because I have no answers for you.”

Chelsea are owned by Roman Abramovich, who on Monday was asked by Ukraine to help in the peace talks.

The Russian billionaire businessman gave stewardship of the club to trustees of Chelsea’s foundation last week in the wake of the crisis in his home country.

Asked if he was worried about the club’s future, Abramovich said: “We try to be calm, and we are calm in the centre of a storm or of some noise around us that we cannot control and we are not responsible for it,” he said.

“In the end it’s best to focus on what we love and what we do, and this is sports. And I think we have the right to focus on sports, the players have the right to focus (on it).”- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Unruly Zanu PF Supporters Attack Pressure Group Worker

Tinashe Sambiri| Unruly Zanu PF supporters violently disrupted the Parliamentary Public Hearing on the PVO Bill at Masvingise Business Centre In Gutu.

The citizens of Gutu District rejected the PVO amendment bill on Tuesday.

A human rights defender said yesterday:
“Parliamentary Public hearings must not be politicized and also Zanu PF must desist from violence .

Zanu PF youths assaulted human rights defender Epraim Mutombeni at Masvingise Bussiness Centre in Gutu.

The human rights defender was assaulted for disputing the PVO amendment bill.”

Zanu PF Supporters Disrupt Parliamentary Programme

Tinashe Sambiri| Unruly Zanu PF supporters violently disrupted the Parliamentary Public Hearing on the PVO Bill at Masvingise Business Centre In Gutu.

The citizens of Gutu District rejected the PVO amendment bill on Tuesday.

A human rights defender said yesterday:
“Parliamentary Public hearings must not be politicized and also Zanu PF must desist from violence .

Zanu PF youths assaulted human rights defender Epraim Mutombeni at Masvingise Bussiness Centre in Gutu.

The human rights defender was assaulted for disputing the PVO amendment bill.”

SuperSport United To Dismiss Kaitano Tembo ?

Supersport United are reportedly considering reshuffling their technical team at the end of the season, but it’s not clear yet how coach Kaitano Tembo will be affected.

According to South African outlet, The Citizen, the board will discuss the issue when they receive a report from the coach.

An unnamed source told the publication that the club might hire an experienced technical advisor to work with Tembo, get him a co-head coach or hire a new coach altogether.

“It is not that the team does not have any faith in Tembo, he is the son of the team and will forever be part of the fabric that makes up Matsatsantsa A Pitori,” revealed the source.

“At the same time, we have to understand that we are regarded as one of the top teams in the country and our performances in recent seasons do not reflect that entirely.

“The board will sit at the end of the season and go through the coach’s report and take it from there. But rest assured that there will be some changes in the club next season.”

Tembo has been at SuperSport United for over two decades now, both as a coach and player.

He has been at the helm for the past four years.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Kaitano Tembo

Sports Commission Committee To Run ZIFA Until End Of Year

The Sports and Recreation Commission’s Zifa Restructuring Committee’s term in office will run up to December 2022.

The nine-member committee, chaired by lawyer Blessing Rugara, will take over the operations at Zifa following the suspension of the board last year.

The Felton Kamambo-led executive was suspended by the SRC for “gross incompetence”.

However, the suspension contravened the Zifa constitution and FIFA statutes.

FIFA then imposed sanctions under article 13 of the FIFA Statutes, meaning the local football association lost all its membership rights.

The Restructuring Committee’s will hold a forensic audit of Zifa finances and review the Zifa constitution before coming up with a report.

The SRC will then engage FIFA and CAF to negotiate the lifting of the sanctions before the end of the year.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Abramovich Puts Chelsea For Sale

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has put the club up for sell, with Swiss billionaire Hansjorg Wyss claiming that he is one of four parties to have received an offer.

Pressure has been mounting on Abramovich over the past week following Russia’s attack on Ukraine, and he could be hit with possible sanctions from the UK government targeting high-profile Russian businessmen.

The 55-year old has already stepped back from his duties as the owner of the Blues after handing over the the “stewardship” to the club’s Charitable Foundation.

In an interview with Swiss German-language newspaper Blick, Wyss, 86, has suggested he received an offer to buy Chelsea on Tuesday.

“Abramovich is one of Putin’s closest advisers and friends,” Wyss told the publication.

“Like all other oligarchs, he is also in a panic. Abramovich is trying to sell all his villas in England. He also wants to get rid of Chelsea quickly. I and three other people received an offer on Tuesday to buy Chelsea from Abramovich.

“I have to wait four to five days now. Abramovich is currently asking far too much. You know, Chelsea owe him £2 billion. But Chelsea has no money. Means: Those who buy Chelsea should compensate Abramovich.

He continued: “As of today, we don’t know the exact selling price. I can well imagine starting at Chelsea with partners. But I have to examine the general conditions first. But what I can already say: I’m definitely not doing something like this alone. If I buy Chelsea, then with a consortium consisting of six to seven investors.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Tuchel Refuses To Comment On Russia, Ukraine War

Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel lost his temper and hit out at reporters during a presser on Tuesday after being repeatedly asked about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

The German gaffer lost his cool while speaking ahead of the Blues’ FA Cup 5th Round encounter with Luton Town on Wednesday.

When asked about the situation currently unravelling in Ukraine, Tuchel said: “Listen, listen, listen you have to stop, I’m not a politician.

“You have to stop, honestly, I can only repeat it and I feel bad to repeat it because I’ve never experienced war.

“So even to talk about it I feel bad because I’m very privileged – I sit here in peace. I do the best I can but you have to stop asking me these questions because I have no answers for you.”

Chelsea are owned by Roman Abramovich, who on Monday was asked by Ukraine to help in the peace talks.

The Russian billionaire businessman gave stewardship of the club to trustees of Chelsea’s foundation last week in the wake of the crisis in his home country.

Asked if he was worried about the club’s future, Abramovich said: “We try to be calm, and we are calm in the centre of a storm or of some noise around us that we cannot control and we are not responsible for it,” he said.

“In the end it’s best to focus on what we love and what we do, and this is sports. And I think we have the right to focus on sports, the players have the right to focus (on it).”- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Zanu PF A Danger To Society- President Chamisa

President Nelson Chamisa On Twitter:

Any person who seeks to justify violence or explain it away from its real authors and perpetrators is not only evil and cruel but an outright danger to society. ZIMBABWE’s biggest problem is institutionalized violence,lying and deceit.A whole government mouthpiece that lies!!

https://twitter.com/nelsonchamisa/status/1498574819864027139?s=20&t=LVv8x-T9xet3MHyicgPFZw

President Chamisa Takes Yellow Revolution To City Of Kings

Tinashe Sambiri|Citizens’ Coalition For Change leader President Nelson Chamisa will take the Yellow Revolution to the City of Kings at the weekend.

This was said CCC deputy spokesperson Gift Ostallos Siziba.

“Painting the City of Kings and Queens Yellow.

We are ready, it’s the Citizens movement, everyone is welcome. Be there, Register to Vote and be part of this exciting journey to win Zimbabwe for Change. #YellowSkies.”

CCC has also accused the Zanu PF regime of hijacking murdered activist Mboneni Ncube’s funeral.

In a statement CCC official Hon Settlement Chikwinya said:

“I have seen a terrified family, frozen as events turn out that the CIO is determined to bury@mbonenincube the same way they did
@gifttandare

State has stolen the body in a movie style. Citizens we must liberate the Ncube family.”

Lawyers Bemoan Persecution Of Citizens In Nyanga

By A Correspondent- The Zimbabwean Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) have said traditional leaders in Nyanga, Manicaland Province, are persecuted for wearing anything red between June and September.

In a statement, the lawyers said In his jurisdiction, one Village Head, Misheck Dirorimwe, does not allow his subjects to wear anything red from the month of September to June and anyone who violates the directives is fined. We present ZLHR’s statement:

PERSECUTION OF CITIZENS PLUMBS NEW DEPTHS IN NYANGA

THE persecution of citizens has plumbed new depths after a Village Head in Nyanga District in Manicaland province recently convicted and ordered one of his subjects to pay fines for wearing red apparel (red cap) in his jurisdiction.

The traditional leader recently took the unprecedented and bizarre decision in which he ordered an 85-year-old villager, Munashe Makunura of Tamunesa village, to pay US$20, four goats and two chickens after faulting him for allowing his grandson, who had visited him, to wear a red cap, a practice which is outlawed by Misheck Dirorimwe, the Village Head.

In his jurisdiction, the Village Head does not allow his subjects to wear anything red from the month of September to June.

Makunura, who was convicted and sentenced by Dirorimwe on 7 January 2022, was also charged for undermining authority of the Village Head by not presenting himself at a primary court session, where he was supposed to answer to the frivolous charges.

Makunura has now engaged two legal practitioners Kelvin Kabaya and Peggy Tavagadza of Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights, who are in the process of drafting an appeal seeking to set aside the odd decision of the primary court.

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Church Leader Denounces Brutal Murder Of CCC Member By Zanu PF Hooligans

Tinashe Sambiri|The church has an obligation to speak out against political violence, Bishop Ancelimo Magaya of Zimbabwe Divine Destiny has said.

Bishop Magaya described threats by Constantino Chiwenga to “crush Citizens’ Coalition For Change like lice” as shocking and unacceptable.

Read Bishop Magaya’s full statement:

“Evil driven politics should stop” demands the church

The church is utterly shocked that Zimbabwean politics is still in this day and age deeply entrenched in hate speech, violence and bloodletting when other nations have embraced tolerance inclusivity and progressive nationhood.

Kenya has set a commendable standard for nation building when President Uhuru Kenyatta announced his endorsement to an opposition member. That is fatherhood at best, statesmanship par excellence.

The recent violence perpetrated on the CCC supporters resulting in the deaths of at least 2 people at a rally in Kwekwe came at the instigation of high-profile ZANU PF leader in which he clearly issued a warning to the opposition that Zanu Pf will crush them like lice. Such wicked statements from a supposed leader second in command in the governance hierarchy should never be tolerated at all.

Who shall remind this moribund rulership that similar irresponsible statements drove Rwanda to a very regrettable civil war in the 90s?

Of note though this time around, is the commendable conduct of the police who we understand quickly apprehended the culprits and just hope that no political interference impedes the justice delivery system. We have said it before and will say it again that our ZRP if not interfered with, are one of the most efficient and professional force, this side of the world.

The church also demands that government ensures good police coverage on all political party rallies for the safety of everyone.

The nation must stand against this violence prone political leadership and make it clear that such base, primitive and evil politics is totally un-Zimbabwean and if they cannot practice clean free and fair politics, they should just pack bags and allow the nation to move forward without them. After all, the economy has literally collapsed under such visionless leadership who have sought to hold onto power through hook and crook at the expense of acceptable democratic processes.

The tired mantra “we liberated this country” has long lost value because of the serious negation of the ethos of the liberation struggle which we all know.

The bible condemns the shedding of blood of innocent people and even the liberation struggle had this as one of its guiding principles during those years. How then in the name of the same struggle do we have people purporting to have liberated the nation, killing anyone of a divergent view when even the late Tongogara himself, said “we are fighting to see a free Zimbabwe in which white and black can freely co-exist” Further, if we truly uphold Ubuntu/Hunhu values, tribal differences will become insignificant amongst us.

Evil political leaders ought to be reminded that time for owning up to their deeds under the sun will come someday, and at times the consequences might be faced in this life and beyond the grave as well.

People’s innocent blood will always cry before their creator and the Political leadership of the day ought to be reminded that God is no respecter of persons.

The bible says “These things you have done, and I kept quiet: you thought I was altogether like you. But I will rebuke you and accuse you to your face” NIV Psalm 50:21

What then shall the nation expect in the forthcoming by-elections, what of the 2023 elections if ZANU PF and its cronies are not allowing free campaigning for just a Bye-election. The nation must wake up to the reality that Zimbabwe is under siege from these intolerant evil men ruling this nation by an iron fist.

The church as the voice of conscience speaking the mind of God will not keep quiet when evil raises its ugly head against the citizens.

By Bishop Magaya
Executive Director
Zimbabwe divine Destiny ZDD

Serving ZRP Cop Defaces CCC Posters

Dear Editor

Peter Matuka a police officer at Ngundu is destroying CCC posters in Chivi South Constituency.

Ngadzizikamwe mboko idzi, mutemo wenyika unoti mupurisa haafaniri kuwanikwa munezve mapato enyika awa,

Police must act or behave in a non partisan manner.

Concerned voter

ZRP cop in Zanu PF regalia

State Security Agents Hijack Mboneni Ncube Funeral

Tinashe Sambiri|Citizens’ Coalition For Change leader President Nelson Chamisa will take the Yellow Revolution to the City of Kings at the weekend.

This was said CCC deputy spokesperson Gift Ostallos Siziba.

“Painting the City of Kings and Queens Yellow.

We are ready, it’s the Citizens movement, everyone is welcome. Be there, Register to Vote and be part of this exciting journey to win Zimbabwe for Change. #YellowSkies.”

CCC has also accused the Zanu PF regime of hijacking murdered activist Mboneni Ncube’s funeral.

In a statement CCC official Hon Settlement Chikwinya said:

“I have seen a terrified family, frozen as events turn out that the CIO is determined to bury@mbonenincube the same way they did
@gifttandare

State has stolen the body in a movie style. Citizens we must liberate the Ncube family.”

Mboneni Ncube

Masvingo Man Asks “Prophet” Rushiri To Return His Wife, Vehicle

By A Correspondent

It’s now very difficult for ladies in Masvingo to go to church as one Madzibaba known as Prophet Rushiri is allegedly sleeping with every lady that comes to his church.

Reports claim Rushiri is a man of fake miracles and has many girlfriends and ushers that give him personal details about congregants,

He then claims it’s prophecy .He also hires people to perform fake miracles, sources have said.

One Madzibaba said his wife was snatched by Rushiri.

“My wife forced me to donate my only Funcago car to the man of God, later on I found out that they were dating.I still love my wife but Rushiri took advantage of my problems, please help me to tell Rushiri to give me back my wife” said one former congregant.

Lawyers Condemn Kwekwe Rally Violence

By A Correspondent- The Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) has condemned the violence that took place at a Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) rally held in Kwekwe on Sunday that resulted in the death of a 35-year-old Mbongeni Ncube. In a statement, the lawyers said:

ZLHR CONDEMNS ACTS OF VIOLENCE IN KWEKWE

ZIMBABWE Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) strongly condemns the acts of violence that took place at a Citizens’ Coalition for Change (CCC) rally on 27 February 2022.

ZLHR urges everyone to shun political violence and all forms of intolerance towards members of different political parties.https://zero.pindula.co.zw/market/featured/?limit=4

ZLHR also calls upon Zimbabwean authorities to urgently investigate all incidents of political violence so that perpetrators of the heinous crimes can be held accountable for their actions.

On 27 February 2022, some suspected Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (ZANU PF) political party youths meted out violence to supporters of CCC political party, who were gathered for a rally at Mbizo 4 shopping centre, in Kwekwe.

The violence broke out while the leader of CCC political party, Advocate Nelson Chamisa, was addressing his supporters in an open space at the shopping centre. A number of suspected ZANU PF party followers disguised as CCC party supporters threw stones at the CCC members, injuring several people in the process. A man was stabbed multiple times during the skirmish that ensued and he subsequently lost his life after being admitted at Kwekwe General Hospital.

The deplorable acts of violence by suspected members of the ruling ZANU PF party are extremely concerning because they threaten Zimbabwe’s democracy and the rule of law. A thriving democracy depends on the respect for the fundamental rights of everyone by all members of society and tolerance towards people who may have differing political views. Violence is also a threat to the peaceful co-existence of all Zimbabwean citizens, regardless of their political opinions, association or background. Violence is also deeply condemned by international law.

The Constitution of Zimbabwe, in Section 52(a), guarantees everyone the right to be free from all forms of violence. The Constitution, in Section 155, also prescribes that electoral processes must be free from violence. The acts of violence by the suspected ZANU PF party youths flout these constitutional principles. The targeting of CCC party supporters by the ruling party’s supporters also demonstrates the latter’s wanton disregard for the fundamental right to freedom of assembly and association, which is enshrined in Section 58 of the Constitution. The unprovoked attacks on the CCC party supporters by the ZANU PF party youths also infringed the victims’ right to personal security, human dignity and right to life.

The prosperity of Zimbabwe’s democracy heavily depends upon the successful prevention of these politically-motivated violent acts.

Therefore, ZLHR calls upon:

• All members of society to shun political violence and all forms of intolerance towards members of different political parties;

• Members of the ruling party to condemn and desist from all violent activities;

• The authorities to urgently investigate the acts of violence that took place at the CCC party rally in Kwekwe so that the perpetrators can be held accountable.

• The authorities to take concrete measures that are designed to prevent politically-motivated acts of violence from occurring again in the future.

Fresh Details On Magaya’s Home Raid

The Zimbabwe Republic Police and other security agents this morning raided the house of
PHD Ministries leader Prophet Walter Magaya for alleged criminal investigations.

The team raided his Mt Pleasant house in Harare as part of undisclosed criminal investigations.

In an interview, national police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi
confirmed the development but could not shed more light

“This is in relation to ongoing criminal investigations being conducted by the police and
we will release details soon,” he said.

-State Media

Fresh Details Emerge On Prophet Magaya Raid

By A Correspondent- The Zimbabwe Republic Police has confirmed raiding PHD leader Walter Magaya’s residence as part of ongoing criminal investigations.

The team raided his Mt Pleasant house in Harare this morning as part of undisclosed criminal investigations.

In an interview, national police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi
confirmed the development but could not shed more light

“This is in relation to ongoing criminal investigations being conducted by the police and
we will release details soon,” he said.

-State Media

I Am Open To Working With Like-Minded Opposition Parties, Says Khupe

By A Correspondent| Former MDC-T leader Thokozani Khupe has urged opposition forces in Zimbabwe to unite and defeat the ruling Zanu PF in what confirms her softening stance towards joining the Nelson Chamisa led Citizens Coalition for Change.

She said she is open to working with like minded opposition to unseat the ruling Zanu PF.

Khupe said her party is not participating in the upcoming by-elections so as not to fragment the opposition vote.

She added that her party will announce who her party is backing and encouraging his members to vote for.

More to follow…

Nurses “Dump” Night Duties

By A Correspondent- Government employed nurses have stopped taking night duties declaring incapacitation and negligence by their employer, putting lives of patients at risk.

Zimbabwe Nurses Association (ZINA) president Enoch Dongo confirmed to NewZimbabwe.com that the health workers could not report for night duty because they are getting only ZW$1 000 in allowances for night duties per month and wanted an upwards review.

“We are not taking up night duty because of poor pay. The government has turned ignorant and is paying nurses ZW$1 000 per month for night duties which is not enough for one to travel to and from work at night,” Dongo said.

“It is costly to travel at night both financially and psycho-socially and that is not being recognised by the government.”

Dongo added: “We are reminding the employer that these allowances are based on work done during odd hours with little compensation. We have families that need to be taken care of,. We leave toddlers at home under the supervision of nannies who also need salaries at the end of the month and I am getting ZW$1 000 which is not worth the risk of travelling and working at night.”

Contacted for a comment, permanent secretary in the Health Ministry Jaspher Chimedza referred NewZimbabwe.com to the Health Services Board (HSB), which is the employer.

However, efforts to reach the HSB were fruitless.

Former British Army Soldier Fights Deportation

By A Corresondent- A former British Army soldier who fought in Iraq and returned from action with mental health issues is facing deportation.

Joram Nechironga, a Zimbabwean national, is due to be deported by the Home Office, but he says he fears for his life if returned after previously being tortured.

Lawyers are mounting a last-gasp legal challenge in the courts to prevent the father-of-two from being escorted to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport in Harare.

Nechironga, who served on the frontline in the British army from 2002 to 2007, at the height of the Iraq conflict, developed PTSD following several traumatic experiences.

His supporters say his mental health was not treated until after he committed drink driving offences and an assault on a male family member.

Now he is receiving help for his mental health and drinking problem, Nechironga has turned his life around, his lawyers insist.

On a previous visit to Zimbabwe, in 2006, Nechironga said he was tortured for several days on suspicion of being a British spy.

After being released by the Zimbabwean authorities, Nechironga was told never to return.

The Home Office are unmoved and still want to deport him.

However, The Voice understands that Nechironga – who had been due to be removed tomorrow (2nd March) will not be deported until a late appeal is heard in court.

Melch Riyo, from Tann Law Solicitors, said: “Taking into account the nature of his offences, it is clear that Joram Nechironga’s offending history is inextricably linked to the PTSD that resulted from the traumatic experiences he had whilst fight for this country on the frontline.

“This is a poignant factor which cannot be ignored or disregarded”

Lawyers will argue that it is unfair to disregard the improvements Nechironga has made since getting help.

Nechironga witnessed army colleagues dying beside him in Iraq while fighting for Britain.

He returned from action with a drink problem, suicidal tendancies, anger issues, palpitations, nightmares and mood swings.

He has since had help for his PTSD from the Veterans Association and got a job in construction.

A supporter said: “Sending him back to Zimbabwe is no different to sending him back into relapse, discarding him and disregarding his self-sacrificial service in the British Army service.

“The fact that he is being deported because of actions that stem from PTSD which he got fighting for this country is unconscionable.”

In addition to the dangers he might face from the Zimbabwean military, are fears that the stress of being sent back, and the lack of veterans support, will set back his mental health and alcohol recovery.

A Home Office spokesperson said: “Foreign criminals should be in no doubt of our determination to deport them, and we make no apology for removing them to keep the public safe.

“The New Plan for Immigration will fix this broken immigration system and stop the abuse we are seeing by expediting the removal of those who have no right to be here.”

Harare Man Hauled To Court Over Attempted Murder

By A Correspondent- A Harare man, Brighton Chitekero Monday appeared before the Magistrates’ Courts facing attempted murder allegations.

On 25 February at around 1630 hours, the complainant, Pio Harutsanyi and Chitekero were involved in a road traffic accident along Robert Mugabe Road near Econet head office in Msasa.

However, Chiketero did not stop after the accident but drove off towards the city centre.

Harutsanayi then followed him and managed to block him when he was just near OK Mart Shopping centre in Hillside.

This did not go well with the accused who then became violent and took an iron bar from his car then hit the complainant about 4 times on the head.

The scene was then attended by ZRP Braeside which led to the arrest of Chitekero and the complainant was rushed to the hospital for treatment.

Chitekero was remanded into custody and is to appear before the High Court on March 10 for bail application.

More People Voice Out Against Khupe’s Planned Move To CCC

By Jane Mlambo| While CCC vice President Professor Welshman Ncube and exiled former G40 kingpin Professor Jonathan Moyo have taken it upon themselves to defend the move to co-opt Thokozani Khupe in the new movement, their stance has faced massive resistance with party deputy spokesperson Gift Siziba castigating what he termed black market narratives meant to cause confusion.

This follows Ncube’s suggestion to rope in Khupe as part of efforts to mobilize the Matebeleland vote in favour of Nelson Chamisa.

“We have in the interim the mandate to communicate official party position on anything. Black market narratives are meant to cause confusion. Let’s be focused! the era of elite pacts is part of our past, never our future. Citizens will define the agenda & direction of the movement,” said Siziba.

Academic and CCC supporter, Dr Pedzisai Ruhanya said “That pact I would prefer is with a village head who mobilises thousands of voters in some rural area where the opposition has never won or some grassroots organisers in Gwanda, Chipinge, Mtoko, Zaka than some elites who want to go Parliament without the presidency.”

Kent University lecturer, Alex Magaisa has also voiced out against the move saying marriages of convenience only end up in heartbreak and tears.

“Politicians must work hard to win the hearts & minds of people who support their rivals instead of courting the rivals hoping for easy pickings. They will never be your people. Marriages of convenience between political elites create fiefdoms & only end in heartbreak and tears.”

Undertaker Spends Night With Corpse Over Covid-19 Burial Procedures

By A Correspondent- An undertaker was on Friday forced to spend a night with a corpse in Seke, after a stand-off with the deceased’ relatives, over Covid-19 burial procedures.

A man, only identified as Zindoga, of Nyaradzo Funeral Services, had to spend the night in a parked car, at the cemetery, with the body of Getrude Guzha.

Her relatives refused to get close to the body and grave as it was declared a Covid-19 case. Guzha died on February 19, 2022, due to Covid-19.

She was 57.

Guzha’s family members had a standoff with Nyaradzo, who brought one undertaker, for a burial where all Covid-19 protocols had to be strictly observed.

The burial went ahead the following day after police intervened.

Family spokesperson, Solomon Guzha (60) told H-Metro the family could not carry the body because it was deemed a Covid-19 case.

“We had a misunderstanding with the undertaker who wanted to involve villagers in burying a person who had died of Covid-19,” said Solomon.

“At first, we queried the positive result and wanted a retest because we were sure that Gertrude had been sick for some time.

“She had been staying in Glen View and later moved to Sunningdale before being taken to the village.

“We asked if she had died due to Covid-19, why did they not observe Covid-19 protocols?

“The undertaker came with the body by himself, without Covid-19 safety clothing, for the burial of a person said to have died of Covid-19.

“Everyone was scared of getting close to the body and the coming of the undertaker, by himself, posed more questions.”

He said there were also complications related to time.

“Besides coming alone, it was late for burial, according to our tradition.

“Hativige mufi kana zuva radoka saka azorara ega kumakuva ikoko.

“We had to take the matter to police and Nyaradzo officials beefed up their undertakers this morning (Saturday),” said Solomon.

Mourners observed Gertrude’s burial from a distance.

-H Metro

News Of Racism At The Ukrainian Borders Are Fake News, Says Nigerian Mum Despite UN Report

.. There are a few racists here and there just like in every other country, says Nigerian mother of three Nkiru Ojimadu.

Even these videos and hearsays going around that they refuse to take blacks and all, are not true too, the well known resident of Kyiv of many years, adds.

She continues saying:

People don’t understand the language, so that’s the root of their wrong perceptions.

Our knowledge of the language helped us a lot

Lately, SOME trains are for women, children and the old ONLY!!!

In some they take women, children, the old FIRST!! .

Our people, not understanding what they say, start pushing / forcing themselves in, being aggressive, hence them being rejected.

You need to see how animalistic SOME of our people behave at these borders. Lord?!! I was so ashamed being a black!!!

Women, children first, then later men. Everyone is allowed to go. But men must wait a bit.This is a common thing in wars and pandemics.

I am a Nigerian woman with 3 children. They called me and my girls to come in first.

I had to beg them that we are family and I cannot leave my husband behind..

Knowing the language is the ticket.

Then having a beautiful daughter that the soldiers wanted to marry, iced the cake ??

I told them, I am already your inlaw so abeg pass my husband ?

Everyone has been so good to us.

The Hungarian treatment to us was Presidential, top nouch! ❤️❤️❤️

Ginimbi Died “Intestate”: Court Rules

Nelia, Juliet Kadungure and Kenny Mubaiwa

By A Correspondent- The late Genius “Ginimbi” Kadungure’s two sisters, Nelia and Juliet, have been jointly appointed as executors to his estate.

The family convened a meeting at the Master of High Court yesterday, following a recent High Court ruling, which declared his unsigned will, and appointment of its executor, as null and void.

Ginimbi’s father, Anderson Kadungure, and his uncle Kenny Mubaiwa, also attended the meeting.

Prior to the High Court challenge, a questionable will had appointed Patricia Darangwa to be the executor while Ginimbi’s Lamborghini was given to his friend Kit Kat.

As it now stands Ginimbi died intestate (without a will).

“The family yesterday convened an edict meeting in compliance with what was ordered by the court, in order to restart the whole process and register the late Genius Kadungure’s estate.

“His father, two sisters and uncle attended the meeting and it was agreed that the siblings jointly perform duties of executor,” said the family lawyer, Shingi Ushewekunze.

Ushewekunze said the family will now start a fresh process.

“Now, the family, through the two sisters, will begin the normal administration of the estate and share the wealth as they wish.

“The court ruled in their favour and it is now on record that Ginimbi died without a will,” said Ushewekunze.

Lorraine Guyo Praises God After Surviving Car Crash

By A Correspondent- Actress and socialite, Lorraine Guyo, who survived a car accident last Friday, has praised God for giving her another chance.

The accident occurred in Braeside on her way back from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport.

In an interview with H-Metro, she said being alive, after such a terrible accident, was the most precious gift she could ever imagine.

“I just feel like God gave me another chance to show my talent and to fulfil all the desires of my heart,” said Lorraine.

“I have minor injuries, but I am fine. I didn’t seek any psychological help because it’s unnecessary right now I just need to praise God.

“I am able to do all my chores and everything on my own.” Lorraine said a lot of people didn’t expect to see her happy, so soon after the accident.

“People were surprised to see me at the NAMAs, maybe, they expected me to be down but I know I had genuine reasons to attend the awards.

“I was given an opportunity to present at the NAMAs, and it was my first time, can anyone skip that golden opportunity?

“Obviously, I couldn’t let that opportunity go. God blessed me with talent and I have to embrace it.

“I don’t think I owe anyone any explanation of what I have to do or not.”

She added: “Right now, I am not even worried about my car that was damaged.

“I am just grateful that I cheated death and I am here to witness my future.

“I got time to celebrate with other celebrities and friends at the NAMAs and that’s the best thing I could do to ease stress.”

She also urged people to love one another.

“I just urge people not to hold grudges, life is too short.

“We should just learn to love one another and support each other while praising the Lord for the gift of life,” she said. -H Metro

Khupe Re-Admission Plan Divides CCC

The opposition CCC is divided over plans to re-admit former MDC-T leader Thokozani Khupe as part of a party effort to rejuvenate the Matebeleland vote.

CCC vice President Professor Welshman Ncube ignited the debate when he posted statistics showing the declining opposition vote in Matebeleland while advocating for a United front against Zanu-PF which has been gaining ground in the largely ndebele speaking region.

“The imperative of convergence & unity in the southern provinces which inform the strategic options we have for 2023 are the electoral statistics for the Parliamentary elections. They never lie nor do they yield to slogans & emotions. We can only ignore them at our peril!

“In Byo, in 2000, we mastered 84% of the vote. ZANUPF 13%. Others 3%. By 2018 our percentage share had plummeted to 45%. ZANUPF had almost doubled its share to 25% and others (who included Khupe’s MDCT) stood at 30%. Thus the majority of voters in Byo voted against us in 2018.

“In Mat South, in 2000, we mastered 60% of the vote which gave us 6 of the then 8 seats. ZANUPF 36% & 2 seats. Others 4%. By 2018 our share had dropped to 30% worth 1 seat. ZANUPF had gone up to 48% worth 12 seats. Others stood at 22%.

“In Mat North in 2000 we got 74% of the vote & all the then 7 seats. ZANUPF 21%. Others 5%. By 2018 our percentage share had nose dived to 38%. ZANUPF up to 39%. Others 23%. This is the harsh reality that must inform our strategic options for 2023. I rest my case,” said Ncube.

His points were supported by Professor Jonathan Moyo who advised the movement leadership to ignore those who were against the admission of Khupe saying the move was about community and national interest.

“For 2023 the electorate in Matabeleland is better advised to put the community and national interests first, meaning the people first, and leadership politics last. So those who want to rant against Khupe, the person, are free to do so but they rants should fall on deaf ears,” said Moyo.

Meanwhile, social media users seems unimpressed by the move with some threatening to sever ties with the movement should Khupe be taken on board.

“We shall see, there are a whole lot of very good and popular leaders in Matabeleland, they are even more popular than Khupe in that Region. They stood with us when it mattered the most, we will never fold our hands while they are being sidelined for the Khupes and Mwonzoras,” said one user.

“This unity should never include chameleons who teamed up with the oppressor yesterday to destroy the hope of citizens for personal gain! Such people can’t be trusted to hold positions in the new movement but just be ordinary card carrying members. We need servant leadership,” another user said.

Kwekwe Murder Accused Zanu PF Stalwarts Freed

By A Correspondent- The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum has reported that 11 of the 16 people arrested in connection with violence and murder at the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) rally held in Kwekwe over the weekend have been released.

In a statement, the forum said:

11 of the 16 Zanu PF youths arrested for allegedly killing a CCC supporter at a rally addressed by opposition leader Nelson Chamisa in Kwekwe on Sunday have been released. Police did not give reasons for releasing the 11 facing such a serious crime.

The suspects, who are suspected ZANU PF members were arrested for the murder of 35-year-old Mbongeni Ncube, damaging several vehicles, and injuring many people, some of which were treated and discharged while some are hospitalised and are in critical condition.

The five who are represented by different lawyers were not asked to plead when they appeared before Kwekwe regional magistrate Florence Nago who remanded them in custody to March 15. 

It is alleged that on February 27 at around 1530 hours, one of the accused persons stabbed Ncube with a sharp object thrice on the back. Ncube was rushed to Kwekwe General Hospital and was confirmed dead upon admission.

All the accused persons were positively identified by witnesses who alerted police leading to their subsequent arrest at around 5:30 pm on the same day.

They were found in possession of spears, knives and machetes.

It is alleged that the accused persons disturbed the peace, security and order of the public at Mbizo 4 Shopping Centre open space when they threw stones, spears, knives home-made petrol missiles and used sjamboks and catapults to inflict bodily harm to people who were at a CCC campaign rally.

The state opposed bail saying the accused might abscond court and are likely to interfere with witnesses. Tembo and Shoshera have pending attempted murder and murder cases respectively.

Teachers Unions Distance Themselves From Salary Deal

By A Correspondent- Some teachers’ unions have distanced themselves from a salary deal that was agreed and signed between the government and the National Joint Negotiating Council (NJNC) on Monday.

This comes after it emerged that over 50 school heads and 32 teachers had been suspended after they stayed away from work citing incapacitation.

On Monday, the government announced that it had met with the Apex Council in the NJNC, where the union leaders signed the agreement sealing a recent salary deal that includes a 20% wage increase.https://zero.pindula.co.zw/market/featured/?limit=4

But some teachers’ unions said they were not part of the deal. Progressive Teachers Unions of Zimbabwe (PTUZ) president Takavafira Zhou said:

We were not involved.

Government, as usual, met with its praise singers in Apex Council, whose hands are greased by personal emoluments in parastatals where they are board members. It’s a travesty and insult to teachers for such people to misrepresent civil servants for personal gain. All civil servants are angry and apprehensive and no amount of lies and brutality can outstrip their anger.

In a statement, the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) said: “Artuz has noted the manufactured agreement between the government of Zimbabwe, who is our employer, and the Apex Council, that purports to represent workers unions.”

Tapedza Zhou, president of the Educators Union of Zimbabwe, said the “PSC (Public Service Commission) should stop manipulating the NJNC by congesting it with pseudo unions”.

But Apex Council secretary-general David Dzatsunga said PTUZ and ARTUZ were not part of NJNC. He said:

The PTUZ and Artuz are not part of the Apex Council because they opted not to belong to the organisation out of their own will.

So those members, who have opted out of the NJNC, cannot negotiate with the employer. That explains why the same members will not be able to sit down with the government for salary negotiations.

Teachers have been on strike since schools reopened on February 7, 2021, and according to Zimbabwe National Union of School Heads secretary-general Munyaradzi Majoni, almost 50 school heads and teachers had been suspended countrywide.-newsday

11 Zanu PF Stalwarts Who Murdered CCC Supporter Released

By A Correspondent- The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum has reported that 11 of the 16 people arrested in connection with violence and murder at the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) rally held in Kwekwe over the weekend have been released.

In a statement seen by Pindula News, the forum said:

11 of the 16 Zanu PF youths arrested for allegedly killing a CCC supporter at a rally addressed by opposition leader Nelson Chamisa in Kwekwe on Sunday have been released. Police did not give reasons for releasing the 11 facing such a serious crime.

The suspects, who are suspected ZANU PF members were arrested for the murder of 35-year-old Mbongeni Ncube, damaging several vehicles, and injuring many people, some of which were treated and discharged while some are hospitalised and are in critical condition.

The five who are represented by different lawyers were not asked to plead when they appeared before Kwekwe regional magistrate Florence Nago who remanded them in custody to March 15. 

It is alleged that on February 27 at around 1530 hours, one of the accused persons stabbed Ncube with a sharp object thrice on the back. Ncube was rushed to Kwekwe General Hospital and was confirmed dead upon admission.

All the accused persons were positively identified by witnesses who alerted police leading to their subsequent arrest at around 5:30 pm on the same day.

They were found in possession of spears, knives and machetes.

It is alleged that the accused persons disturbed the peace, security and order of the public at Mbizo 4 Shopping Centre open space when they threw stones, spears, knives home-made petrol missiles and used sjamboks and catapults to inflict bodily harm to people who were at a CCC campaign rally.

The state opposed bail saying the accused might abscond court and are likely to interfere with witnesses. Tembo and Shoshera have pending attempted murder and murder cases respectively.

Suspected State Security Agents Steal Slain CCC Activist’s Body

By Jane Mlambo| Suspected state security agents have reportedly forced their way to the funeral of CCC activist, Mboneni Ncube amid reports that they descended on the family home and stole the body of the slain activist.

Ncube died following violence at CCC leader Nelson Chamisa’s Kwekwe rally where a group of over 20 suspected ZANU PF thugs started throwing stones at the thousands of people who were following Chamisa’s speech.

Tens of people were injured from the melee that has been condemned by a cross section of society.

Mbizo candidate for CCC, Settlement Chikwinya has confirmed the sad development saying Ncube’s family have been left terrified by obtaining situation at the funeral of their relative.

I have seen a tarified family, frozen as events turn out that the CIO is determined to bury@mbonenincube the same way they did @gifttandare. State has stolen the body in a movie style. Citizens we must liberate the Ncube family,” said Chikwinya.

Meanwhile, CCC leader Nelson Chamisa has cancelled his Bulawayo rally in order to attend the funeral of his party member.

From what is happening on the ground, there is more likely to be violence as CCC and the ruling Zanu PF fight for the body.

Chamisa To Yellowfy Bulawayo

By A Correspondent-Citizens Coalition for Change, President Nelson Chamisa has hinted at holding a rally in Bulawayo.

Chamisa has so far held three oversubscribed rallies introducing his new political outfit, CCC.

Zanu PF has disrupted all of the rallies, panicking the popularity of the youthful opposition leader ahead of the next year’s national elections.

Hinting on the Bulawayo rally, CCC’s deputy spokesperson, Gift Ostallos Siziba, urged Bulawayo to prepare for Chamisa.

He posted: Painting the City of Kings and Queens Yellow. We are ready, it’s the Citizens movement, everyone is welcome. Be there, Register to Vote and be part of this exciting journey to win Zimbabwe for Change. #YellowSkies

Police Harass, Arrest 1.5M People For Covid-19 Rules

By- The Zimbabweans government is the only country in the world that is harassing and arresting its citizens for covid-19 rules instead of ensuring that people are safe from the pandemic.

The government, through its police, has arrested more than 1,5 million people nationwide for what it said was violations of Covid-19 regulations.

This number has risen since the start of the lockdown in March 2020.

Police on their Twitter page said 1 742 people were arrested on February 27.
“The ZRP reports that on February 27 1742 arrests were recorded for Covid-19 related breaches throughout the country. The cumulative number of arrests since March 30 2020 now stands at 1 551 902.

“546 arrests were recorded under operation No to Cross Border Crimes/ Fhasi Ngamilandu Yamukanoni Yamashango/ Mhosva Pamiganhu Ngadzipere/ Amacala Kawaphele Emingceleni Yelizwe. The cumulative number of arrests since January 1 2021 now stands at 115 790. 126 arrests were recorded under operation Chikorokoza Ngachipere/ Isitsheketsha Kasiphele/ No to Machete Gangs. The cumulative number of arrests since January now stands at 9 694,” said the police.

Another Minister Chitando Aides Nabbed For Corruption

By-Two top officials at the Mines and Mining Development ministry in Mashonaland East province were arraigned yesterday before the courts for criminal abuse of office charges after allocating mining claims without the following procedure.

Godfrey Dadirai (40), a geologist, and Racheal Nkomo (29), a survey technician, were both remanded out of custody on $20 000 bail each by Marondera magistrate Rumbidzai Munemo.

They will return to court on March 11 for trial.

The state alleges that in February 2019, Zimbabwe International Quarries Company submitted an application to the Mines ministry to register mining claims in ward 8, Mutawatawa, under prospecting licences 031157-60 to extract black granite.

The application was referred to the two accused persons for verification.

On April 16, Nkomo compiled a report which she addressed to the provincial mining director (PMD) stating that she had no objections to the registration of the mining claims.

On June 7 the same year, Dadirai also compiled his report, which he forwarded to the PMD highlighting that he had done the verification exercise and recommended that the applicant be awarded a certificate of registration.

Investigations by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) unearthed that the land in question was occupied by villagers and was not open to pegging and prospecting.

It was also established that there was no written consent obtained from Uzumba Maramba Pfungwe Zvataida Rural District Council.

Two other Mines ministry officers Tizah Mandava (31) and Zvinodaishe Mubariri (30) were also arrested for criminal abuse of office for illegally allocating black granite claims in UMP.

More: NewsDay Zimbabwe

Chiredzi Teen Caged For Sodomy

By-A Chiredzi boy who is just 18 will spend the next nine years behind bars after sodomising a boy from the neighbourhood.

Chiredzi Regional Magistrate Judith Zuyu suspended three years of the sentence bringing down the effective jail sentence down from 12.

The boy must be cursing his gods because had the crime been committed a year earlier, he would have escaped with a wholly suspended prison sentence because of age.

Learnmore Manganye (18) of Village 9 Chizvirizvi, Chief Tshovani, Chiredzi sodomised an eight-year-old boy until he had a running tummy and could not walk properly.
Manganye was found guilty of aggravated indecent assault.
The Mirror also attended the court session.
Giving sentence, Magistrate Zuyu said young boys are no longer safe due to unscrupulous people like Manganye.
“We used to get worried about our young girls being not safe but now our young boys are also not safe and young people are now living in fear because of people like you,” said Magistrate Zuyu.
The Mirror heard that on January 6, 2022 after midday, Manganye called the complainant who was playing with other kids and took him to a bush. He ordered the boy to lie down, removed his pants and inserted his organ into the back of the boy.
The boy cried for help but Manganye hit him on the head and continued penetrating him.
The matter came to light when the boy had a runny stomach the following day and could not walk properly. He then told his grandmother what has transpired and the matter was reported to the Police.
Manganye pleaded not guilty and accused the grandmother of fabricating the story because his cattle once grazed on her maize.
Magistrate Zuyu however, said it was unlikely for small children to make such serious allegations.
Rutendo Ndibwo appeared for the state.
-Masvingo Mirror

Top Government Lawyer Resigns

By A Correspondent-Prosecutor-General Kumbirai Hodzi has resigned owing to health issues, the office of the President and Cabinet has announced. In a statement Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Dr Misheck Sibanda said Hodzi will be deployed elsewhere when he gets better. Reads the announcement:

ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHIEF SECRETARY TO THE PRESIDENT AND CABINET, DR. M.J.M. SIBANDA, FOLLOWING THE RESIGNATION OF PROSECUTOR-GENERAL HONOURABLE KUMBIRAI HOOZI, HARARE, 1st MARCH, 2012

It is with regret that I announce the resignation of Honourable Kumbirai Hodzi, as Prosecutor General. His resignation has come about due to ill health requiring medical attention. In the light of this, His Excellency the President, Dr ED Mnangagwa has accepted the resignation. His Excellency is ready to redeploy Hon Hodzi elsewhere in the Service as soon as his health rallies back.

Hon. Hodzi was appointed Prosecutor General in July 2018 during which far-reaching institutional changes were effected in the Office of the Prosecutor General. Prior to this appointment, Hon Hodzi served Government as Deputy Attorney General.

On behalf of His Excellency the President, the Office of the President and Cabinet, and indeed on my behalf, I wish Honourable Hodzi speedy recovery.

Magaya Airlfits Zimbabweans To Kenya, Parades Them As Kenyans

By- The self-proclaimed prophet and founder of Prophetic and Deliverance Ministries (PHD), Walter Magaya, airlifted a dozen Zimbabweans to Kenya last week and paraded them at the airport.

Magaya airlifted his Zimbabwean followers to the East African country for a crusade organised by the Christ Pinnacle Embassy Ministries.

The crusade was organised by Apostle Backson Saning’o and Prophet David Losojo of the Christ Pinnacle Embassy Ministries.

Speaking to reporters in the company of Losojo and Backson, Magaya promised his adherents “great sermons”. He said:

I’m delighted by the kind of reception you have given me. Expect nothing but great sermons from the Lord.

Magaya was expected to be in Kenya for at least three days before he flies back to Zimbabwe.

More: TUKO

Buffon (44) Not Out !

Gianluigi Buffon has signed a contract extension at Parma that will see the goalkeeper continue playing until the age of 46.

The 44-year-old penned a new 2-year dea with the Italian Serie B club.

“It’s a beautiful day, for me and for my whole family,” Buffon told a news conference on Monday. “What I wanted happened and I think the president and the club wanted it too, as I hope the fans and the city wanted it.

“My return to Parma was conditioned by the relationships and a deep bond that I have always had with the people of Parma and the city.”

Buffon returned to Parma for a second spell in June last year, 20 years on from his initial departure to Juventus.

The Italy international has since won back the No 1 jersey and already has 23 Serie B appearances under his belt this season, and the club have decided to reward him with a fresh contract.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Zanu PF Man Walks Scot-free After Stabbing CCC Supporter

Tinashe Sambiri|A member of President Nelson Chamisa’s Citizens’ Coalition For Change was brutally assaulted by a Zanu PF supporter in Chitungwiza on Monday.

According to Citizens’ Coalition For Change vice chairperson Hon Job Sikhala, Agatha Mujati was stabbed with a sharp object by one Llyod Mukahanana in broad daylight.

Mukahanana has not been arrested.

“Our CCC Champion in Zengeza West Agatha Mujati has just been knifed on her head by ZANU PF thugs in Zengeza 5 few minutes ago who were being led by one Lloyd Mukahanana.

@edmnangagwa
must stop this nonsense of taking our nation thru the garden path of war
Stop the violence !!

My dear friends:

The regime is now at full scale war against citizens.

Would this be the reasons to attack a woman for that matter. This kind of cowardice must be condemned by all citizens of Zimbabwe and the world at large,” said Hon Sikhala.

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Song Appointed Indomitable Lions Coach

Cameroon Football Federation has appointed Rigobert Song as the new Head Coach of the Indomitable Lions.

Song replaces Portuguese Toni Conceiçao, who left the position after failing to win the Afcon 2021 tournament on home soil.

Cameroon’s Minister of Sports announced the appointment in a press release on Monday.

He said: “On the instructions from the President of the Republic, the coach of the national men’s football team, Mr. Antonio Conceiçao is replaced by Rigobert Song.”

The football federation’s president Samuel Eto’o pushed for the new coach’s appointment and his proposal was supported by the executive.

A record holder with 137 appearance for the Indomitable Lions, Song captained the national side, and featured at four World Cups and eight African Cups of Nations (Afcon).

The 45-year-old gaffer also played along with Eto’o, who later took over the armband when the former retired from international football.- Soccer24 Zimbabwe

Prosecutor General Kumbirai Hodzi Resigns

ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHIEF SECRETARY TO THE PRESIDENT AND CABINET, DR. M.J.M. SIBANDA, FOLLOWING THE RESIGNATION OF PROSECUTOR-GENERAL HONOURABLE KUMBIRAI HOOZI, HARARE, 1st MARCH, 2012

It is with regret that I announce the resignation of Honourable Kumbirai Hodzi, as Prosecutor General. His resignation has come about due to ill health requiring medical attention. In the light of this, His Excellency the President, Dr E.D Mnangagwa, has accepted the resignation. His Excellency is ready to redeploy Hon Hodzi elsewhere in the Service as soon as his health rallies back.

Hon. Hodzi was appointed Prosecutor General in July 2018 during which far-reaching institutional changes were effected in the Office of the Prosecutor General. Prior to this appointment, Hon Hodzi served Government as Deputy Attorney General.

30 NGOs Banned

OVER 30 civic society organisations (CSOs) have been banned from operating in Makoni district, Manicaland province, after they failed to register with the local authority as ordered by the chief executive officer Manicaland province.
In a letter to the NGO Forum chairperson dated February 15, 2022, Pisa stated that all NGOs that would not have paid registration fees by February 28, 2022, would be banned from operating.

He then set renewal registration fees at US$100 and US$200 for new registrants.

“Please be advised that all NGOs operating in the district should have registered with the council by February 28, 2022. Failure to register the respective NGOs should cease operations,” Pisa’s letter read.

“The renewal fees for NGOs still stands at US$100 and new registration at US$200.”

The NGOs, through their lawyers from the Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR), said they would challenge the ban.

“It appears that the Zimbabwean authorities are remaining intransigent, with Makoni Rural District CEO Edward Pisa writing a letter to the NGO Forum in Makoni district telling it that those NGOs, which fail to register with the local authority by today, should cease operations,” the ZLHR said yesterday.

“Our lawyer Taurai Khupe is assisting the NGOs in Makoni to challenge this purported ban. This purported ban of NGOs in Makoni comes less than six months after High Court judge Justice (Esther) Muremba ordered the government to stop interfering with, or stopping the operations of NGOs.”

In July last year, Harare metropolitan provincial secretary Tafadzwa Muguti banned all NGOs and private voluntary organisations, which defied a directive to report to him, from operating.

The High Court, however, ordered government to stop interfering with the operations of NGOs, trusts, civic society organisations and faith-based organisations in a court challenge against Muguti’s directive.

Government has put in place various measures, including crafting laws to clamp down on NGOs that it accuses of meddling in politics.-Newsday