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1 dead, 2 arrested in police shootout in Bulawayo's Norwood suburb

One suspected armed robber was shot dead and two others arrested following a shootout with police in Norwood, Bulawayo, in the early hours of Tuesday.The three suspects were reportedly under police surveillance in connection with five arme…

Published: 22 Oct 2026 at 11:21hrs | 226 | by Staff reporter

Prophet arrested after Chivayo rituals audio leak

A self-styled prophet who allegedly leaked a controversial audio recording of the late businessman Wicknell Chivayo discussing rituals to acquire wealth has been arrested in Goromonzi.Christopher Guzha, popularly known as Madzibaba DVD, wa…

Published: 06 Oct 2026 at 14:19hrs | 1759 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean lawyer arrested over R20m RAF fraud

A Zimbabwean lawyer has been arrested in connection with allegations of fraud and theft involving Road Accident Fund (RAF) trust funds, with actual financial prejudice to complainants exceeding R5.2 million and potential losses in the broa…

Published: 02 Oct 2026 at 13:10hrs | 1969 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo drug suspect arrested after shootout, chase

A suspected drug dealer was arrested in Bulawayo after a dramatic shootout with police and a high-speed chase ended with his vehicle crashing into a kerb near Famona Fire Brigade.The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the arrest of 2…

Published: 20 Sep 2026 at 16:55hrs | 1941 | by Staff reporter

Man arrested after firing gun in Donbrooke

A 21-year-old man has been arrested in Donbrooke, Harare, after allegedly firing a warning shot into the air during a misunderstanding with a friend.Dellon Mufarakamwe reportedly fired the shot, prompting his friend to flee for safety.Two …

Published: 17 Sep 2026 at 10:13hrs | 773 | by Staff reporter

Man arrested on bus over drug haul

A MAN was arrested at Harare's Roadport bus terminus after police allegedly intercepted him in connection with the trafficking of dagga and unregistered medicines from South Africa into Zimbabwe.Tinashe Manyeruke, who is believed to work f…

Published: 14 Sep 2026 at 10:42hrs | 560 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean arrested for manufacturing fake SA IDs

A ZIMBABWEAN national has been arrested in Hillbrow, South Africa, following a police operation targeting an alleged syndicate involved in recruiting people seeking South African smart identity cards and forged bank statements and payslips…

Published: 10 Sep 2026 at 20:02hrs | 1738 | by African Ethos

Man burns in-laws' 4 huts over infidelity

A 30-year-old Mberengwa man is reportedly on the run after allegedly setting four huts at his in-laws' homestead on fire following a domestic dispute over his wife's alleged infidelity.Midlands provincial police spokesperson Inspector Emma…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 05:01hrs | 920 | by Staff reporter

2 Zimbabweans arrested over Botswana robbery

Two Zimbabwean nationals have been arrested in Botswana in connection with a robbery in which three businessmen were allegedly robbed of more than P375,000 (about US$27,000) in cash and property valued at over P80,000.The Botswana Police S…

Published: 31 Aug 2026 at 17:37hrs | 1412 | by Staff reporter

Bully karateka arrested after parking marshals confrontation

Tendai Humbasha Maduwa, popularly known as Sensei Tendai, has been arrested and is currently in police custody after two Tendy Three Investments (TTI) parking marshals opened a case against him following a confrontation in Bulawayo city ce…

Published: 22 Aug 2026 at 17:41hrs | 1906 | by Staff reporter

Cop arrested after violent clash with council policeman

A Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officer has been arrested after he was captured on video in a heated confrontation with a City of Harare security officer.The incident, which circulated widely on social media, shows the uniformed police of…

Published: 20 Aug 2026 at 06:36hrs | 651 | by Staff reporter

Highway robbers arrested

Four suspected robbers who allegedly posed as public transport operators before robbing passengers and abandoning them have been arrested in Odzi, near Mutare.The suspects, identified as George Nenhunzi (29), Fungai Muuduri (29), Wayne Ndi…

Published: 18 Aug 2026 at 06:12hrs | 982 | by Staff reporter

Hulengende, Malloti arrested after Harare performance

Zimdancehall musician Hulengende and his wife, Malloti, have been arrested shortly after performing at the Harare edition of the Doek and Slay event at Glamis Arena.The arrest follows a series of allegations that the couple failed to honou…

Published: 16 Aug 2026 at 17:56hrs | 1342 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean granny arrested for allegedly killing husband with axe

A 63-year-old woman from Gwanda has been arrested after allegedly killing her 70-year-old husband with an axe during a domestic dispute involving her daughter.Miriam Ndlovu of Matshetsheni Village is accused of fatally attacking Harold Ngw…

Published: 13 Aug 2026 at 17:31hrs | 1237 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean arrested at Durban SADC Summit

A Zimbabwean national has been arrested in Durban after allegedly posing as a performing artist in an attempt to gain accreditation and access to the 46th Ordinary Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit.South Africa's Nationa…

Published: 12 Aug 2026 at 06:45hrs | 959 | by Staff reporter

Miner arrested for prospecting for gold in Harare's leafy suburb

A Harare man has appeared in court facing multiple charges linked to alleged illegal gold mining activities at a residential property in the city's leafy Marlborough suburb.Chiripayi Chipandire appeared before Harare magistrate Artwell San…

Published: 07 Aug 2026 at 07:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

7 arrested over anti-immigrant extortion in South Africa

South African authorities have arrested seven people in Polokwane on charges of extortion and intimidation linked to anti-immigrant activities, as the government warned against vigilante immigration enforcement and the impersonation of Hom…

Published: 27 Jul 2026 at 13:50hrs | 1526 | by Staff reporter

Man arrested over murder of Zimbabwean businessman in South Africa

A 56-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of a Zimbabwean businessman and his friend, whose bodies were found with gunshot wounds outside Polokwane nearly a year ago.The suspect was arrested by the South African Pol…

Published: 26 Jul 2026 at 19:04hrs | 1582 | by Staff reporter

Man arrested for selling guinea fowl meat

A Victoria Falls man has been arrested for allegedly hunting and selling guinea fowl meat following a sting operation conducted by wildlife authorities.The arrest follows investigations by the Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit after receiv…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 15:00hrs | 552 | by Staff reporter

Man arrested for shooting at moving vehicle

A 54-year-old Harare man has appeared in court after he allegedly fired a shot at a moving vehicle during a late-night altercation in Whitehouse, damaging the vehicle's rear bumper.Raymond Nyika Mukiwa appeared before Harare magistrate Rut…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:46hrs | 1184 | by Staff reporter

2 women arrested over death of teenager

Police have arrested two women in connection with the death of a 19-year-old man whose body was found a few metres from their home in Green Valley, Epworth, on Sunday morning.Brenda Zvomuya (19) and Irene Nyathi (29) are assisting police w…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:44hrs | 1083 | by Staff reporter

Police bust suspected employment scam targeting job seekers

Two women have been arrested in connection with an alleged employment scam that targeted job seekers in Harare, while police continue searching for the suspected ringleader who remains at large.National police spokesperson Commissioner Pau…

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 15:03hrs | 272 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean wanted over UK triple murder arrested in South Africa

Zimbabwean national Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, who is wanted by United Kingdom authorities in connection with the alleged murders of his wife and two daughters, has reportedly been arrested by the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Gaut…

Published: 10 Jul 2026 at 18:14hrs | 1507 | by Staff reporter

Amacimbi thief arrested In Beitbridge

A 40-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a violent robbery in Beitbridge in which cash and five large bags of Mopani worms were allegedly stolen.The Zimbabwe Republic Police identified the suspect as Collin Mupanduki, who is …

Published: 05 Jul 2026 at 14:27hrs | 790 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans, Malawians arrested as Joburg raid migrants

Johannesburg authorities say they detained more than a dozen suspected undocumented foreign nationals during a multi-agency operation targeting allegedly illegally occupied properties in the city's suburbs.Speaking during an inspection out…

Published: 04 Jul 2026 at 08:51hrs | 666 | by Staff reporter

Mthwakazi condemns re-arrest of activist who served jail term

The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) has condemned the re-arrest of one of its members over an offence for which it says he has already served a prison sentence, describing the development as "shocking" and a serious miscarriage of justice.W…

Published: 26 Jun 2026 at 11:54hrs | 617 | by Staff reporter

Fugitive suspected drug dealer arrested

A suspected drug dealer who had been on the run following the arrest of his wife in a major drug trafficking investigation has been arrested and brought before the courts.Nomore Chabata (47), of Marimba, Harare, appeared before the Harare …

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:52hrs | 729 | by Staff reporter

Man arrested over rape, kidnapping and arson attack

Police have arrested a Dzivarasekwa Extension man accused of raping his neighbour's wife, assaulting her husband and setting the couple's cabin on fire in a violent incident that occurred in the early hours of Wednesday.The suspect, identi…

Published: 12 Jun 2026 at 11:31hrs | 441 | by Staff reporter

5 arrested over 500 litres diesel theft

Police in Marange have arrested five suspects in connection with the theft of nearly 500 litres of diesel siphoned from excavators belonging to the Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC) at the Chiadzwa diamond fields.The suspects, i…

Published: 11 Jun 2026 at 14:09hrs | | by Staff reporter

Company directors arrested for manufacturing illicit brew

Two directors of a Mutare-based company have been arrested for allegedly manufacturing an illicit alcoholic brew under unhygienic conditions and in violation of public health regulations.The arrests were confirmed by Zimbabwe Republic Poli…

Published: 06 Jun 2026 at 17:46hrs | 909 | by Staff reporter

Company directors arrested for manufacturing illicit brew

Two directors of a Mutare-based company have been arrested for allegedly manufacturing an illicit alcoholic brew under unhygienic conditions and in violation of public health regulations.The arrests were confirmed by Zimbabwe Republic Poli…

Published: 06 Jun 2026 at 16:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF uses disputed polls to justify CAB 3

JUSTICE, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi has acknowledged that Zimbabwe's presidential elections have repeatedly been dogged by allegat

Published: 05 Jun 2026 at 14:07hrs | | by Staff reporter

Russian arrested in Zimbabwe over 'war recruitment' plot

A Russian national has appeared in court facing human trafficking-related charges after he was allegedly caught attempting to facilitate the departure of a Zimbabwean man to Russia for possible involvement in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine con…

Published: 05 Jun 2026 at 14:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Sex worker arrested after apartment break-in, tries to seduce security guard

A 21-year-old woman has been arrested in Harare after she allegedly broke into a city apartment, stole valuables worth US$1 550, and attempted to persuade a security guard to ignore the theft.Hazel Makavanga is accused of unlawfully enteri…

Published: 05 Jun 2026 at 14:01hrs | 487 | by Staff reporter

3 arrested in fake ZIMSEC certificate manufacturing syndicate

Three Harare men have appeared in court facing charges of operating a sophisticated syndicate that allegedly produced and sold counterfeit Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) Ordinary and Advanced Level certificates.Takura Maxton…

Published: 05 Jun 2026 at 13:55hrs | 466 | by Staff reporter

3 men arrested over US$12,500 grocery fraud scam

Three Mutare men have been arrested for allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated fraud scheme that duped local businesses of groceries worth more than US$12,500.The suspects, identified as Prince Ruvimbo Dhau (31) of Chikanga Phase 2, Pardo…

Published: 02 Jun 2026 at 08:39hrs | 583 | by Staff reporter

Teacher arrested over US$1 100 job scam

A ST Joseph's High School teacher in Mutare has been arrested by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) for allegedly defrauding two women of a combined US$1 100 by promising them teaching jobs.The accused, Melline Chirinda (40), w…

Published: 30 May 2026 at 09:47hrs | 635 | by Staff reporter

4 arrested after Hardrock-Dynamos fan riots

Four men have been arrested following violent clashes between supporters that forced the abandonment of a Sunday league match between Hardrock and Dynamos at Chahwanda Stadium in Kwekwe.The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed the arrest of …

Published: 27 May 2026 at 07:21hrs | 432 | by Staff reporter

Motorist arrested over fatal hit-and-run accidents

A motorist suspected of fleeing from two separate accident scenes in which two people died has been arrested by police.According to authorities, Zivai Jembere was captured on video allegedly speeding away from an accident scene on May 3 at…

Published: 25 May 2026 at 12:38hrs | 836 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo's ex-mother-in-law arrested

Tabitha Madzikanda, the former mother-in-law of businessman Wicknell Chivayo, has been arrested on allegations of fraud after reportedly attempting to siphon US$1.4 million from a trust account belonging to her grandchildren.Madzikanda, wh…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 15:02hrs | | by Staff reporter

4 arrested for illegally transporting explosives

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested four suspects for allegedly transporting explosives and hazardous substances illegally along the Bulawayo–Plumtree Road.In a statement, national police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi i…

Published: 16 May 2026 at 11:13hrs | 934 | by Staff reporter

79 suspects arrested in Mazowe

The Zimbabwe Republic Police says more than 70 suspects were arrested during a major security operation targeting criminal activities and illegal mining operati

Published: 12 May 2026 at 08:20hrs | 883 | by Staff reporter

11 arrested, equipment seized in illegal gold mining crackdown

A joint security operation involving the Zimbabwe Republic Police, Zimbabwe National Army, and Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services has led to the arrest of 11 suspects and the recovery of heavy mining equipment during a crackdown on…

Published: 24 Apr 2026 at 10:35hrs | 540 | by Staff reporter

Arrested NDP president Fambi now at ZRP Masvingo HQ

Togara Fambi, president of the National Progressive Democrats, has been transferred to the ZRP Masvingo Headquarters where he is expected to appear before a military court, following his arrest in Gwanda on Sunday.Sources familiar with the…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:56hrs | 700 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean man arrested in Botswana over cannabis plantation

A 51-year-old Zimbabwean national, Clifford Nkomo, has been arrested in Botswana after allegedly operating a large-scale cannabis plantation at a farm in the Gantsi area.According to the Botswana Police Service, officers acted on a tip-off…

Published: 17 Apr 2026 at 15:42hrs | | by Staff reporter

Benin coup plotter arrested while attempting to flee to Europe through Zimbabwe

South African police say they have arrested "wanted fugitive" French-born Beninese activist Kemi Seba while he was allegedly attempting to flee to Europe through Zimbabwe.Seba, whose real name is Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, is wante…

Published: 17 Apr 2026 at 14:42hrs | 463 | by Staff reporter

2 killed in Zimbabwe mine blast, Chinese national arrested

Two artisanal miners were killed following a blasting incident at Long Fortune Mine in Collen Bawn, Gwanda, after explosives were allegedly detonated while they were still underground.Matabeleland South police spokesperson Inspector Chirat…

Published: 16 Apr 2026 at 21:18hrs | 1870 | by Staff reporter

2 women arrested in US$22,000 Meth smuggling plot

Two suspected drug dealers have appeared in court in Harare after allegedly attempting to smuggle more than two kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine worth over US$22 000 to South East Asia, concealed in a leather folder and ornamental sc…

Published: 14 Apr 2026 at 11:45hrs | 515 | by Staff reporter

Man arrested over fatal stabbing in Ntabazinduna

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has confirmed the arrest of Emanuel Phiri (24) in connection with a fatal stabbing incident that occurred at Mzenda Business Centre in Thokozani Village, Ntabazinduna.According to police, Phiri allegedly stabbe…

Published: 12 Apr 2026 at 12:33hrs | | by Staff reporter

4 arrested for coffin stunt on kombi

Four touts were arrested and fined on Tuesday after staging a shocking procession in which a coffin carrying a deceased driver was placed on top of a kombi from Chitungwiza to Highfield.The suspects - Godwin Mazenge, Michael Zhuwawo (30), …

Published: 10 Apr 2026 at 07:45hrs | 1237 | by Staff reporter

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