Drama erupts at court over alleged affair

A traditional court hearing in Murehwa descended into chaos on Friday after a man accused his wife of having an affair with her business partner and disrupted proceedings before judgment could be delivered.

The matter involved Tinashe Gwarimbo, who alleged that his wife, Beaulah Kambarami, had been involved in a relationship with her business associate, Simbarashe Jaramba, since January.

According to Chief Zihute's court secretary, Michael Fungai Zinyama, proceedings were interrupted when Gwarimbo allegedly confronted and attacked the man he accused of being involved with his wife before the ruling could be completed. The parties were later referred to police and community counselling services.

The case has attracted significant local attention, partly because Kambarami and Jaramba have reportedly worked together on a farming project since 2024. During earlier hearings, cellphone recordings were allegedly presented in court in which Kambarami expressed feelings toward Jaramba.

Gwarimbo also told the court he spent more than US$9,000 supporting his wife's education and sought reimbursement of lobola payments totaling US$3,500 from her family.

Chief Zihute postponed judgment in the matter to May 22, 2026, as tensions surrounding the dispute continue to draw large crowds at the traditional court.