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Woman jailed for beating maid over affair with hubby allegations
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Hazvinei Tswangira, a 31-year-old woman from Mbizo, Kwekwe, has been convicted of assault after she brutally attacked her maid, accusing her of having an affair with her husband.
In a statement released by the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ), Tswangira appeared before the Kwekwe Magistrates' Court on assault charges following the incident, which occurred on January 26, 2025.
"The accused, Hazvinei Tswangira, violently attacked her maid, repeatedly striking her on the face and right shoulder with both her fists and an electric cable. The incident was reported to the authorities, resulting in Tswangira's arrest," the statement read.
The attack allegedly stemmed from Tswangira's suspicions that her maid was involved in an affair with her husband, a claim that led to the violent outburst.
The court sentenced Tswangira to pay a fine of US$250 or face 60 days in prison. Additionally, she was given a wholly suspended 3-month imprisonment sentence.
The case highlights concerns about domestic violence and the use of physical abuse in disputes, with authorities urging greater awareness and action to protect victims.
In a statement released by the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ), Tswangira appeared before the Kwekwe Magistrates' Court on assault charges following the incident, which occurred on January 26, 2025.
"The accused, Hazvinei Tswangira, violently attacked her maid, repeatedly striking her on the face and right shoulder with both her fists and an electric cable. The incident was reported to the authorities, resulting in Tswangira's arrest," the statement read.
The attack allegedly stemmed from Tswangira's suspicions that her maid was involved in an affair with her husband, a claim that led to the violent outburst.
The court sentenced Tswangira to pay a fine of US$250 or face 60 days in prison. Additionally, she was given a wholly suspended 3-month imprisonment sentence.
The case highlights concerns about domestic violence and the use of physical abuse in disputes, with authorities urging greater awareness and action to protect victims.
Source - the chronicle
