Women fight over boyfriend

A CITY woman claims she incurred a US$500 hospital bill after she was attacked by her boyfriend's lover.

Sekai Musengi has since taken the matter to the Harare civil court in a bid to recover the money from Juliet Muneguma.

"Your Worship, l am claiming US$500 which l used for my medication following the injuries I sustained during our fight.

"We fought because she dated my boyfriend behind my back, prompting me to confront her.

"In return, she assaulted me and now I want my money despite the fact that she does not work," she said.

In response, Muneguma said:

"I do not owe her any money.

"I do not know what this money she is claiming is for since we both got injured during the fight."

She added:

"We were dating the same boyfriend at the same time so she does not have the right to claim that l took her boyfriend.

"I will not pay the US$500 unless she gives me receipts from the hospital.

"For the meantime, l do not have the money because I do not work."

Magistrate Tatenda Sharon Chipanga ordered Muneguma to pay US$500 on or before October 31.