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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: 14 hrs ago | 738 | by Staff reporter

Magistrate acquits Education Officials in corruption case

Regional magistrate Innocent Bepura has acquitted Masvingo Provincial Education Director Shylatte Mhike and Provincial Finance Director Liniah Chinoda of corruption charges.The two had been arrested by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commissi…

Published: 09 Apr 2026 at 14:08hrs | 223 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa amnesty beneficiary arrested 3 times

A Harare man who was previously released under a presidential amnesty has once again been arrested for theft, marking his third arrest in separate cases within a short period.Emmanuel Chinembiri (39) appeared before a Harare magistrate fac…

Published: 09 Apr 2026 at 08:30hrs | | by Staff reporter

Harare police chief arrests 3 kombi drivers

The Officer Commanding Harare Province, Commissioner Maxwell Chikunguru, led a roadside enforcement operation on Good Friday that resulted in the arrest of three kombi drivers along the Harare–Masvingo Road for various traffic offences.Com…

Published: 07 Apr 2026 at 09:15hrs | 521 | by Staff reporter

Fake lawyer arrested in US$550 fraud case

A 47-year-old Harare man has appeared in court for allegedly posing as a lawyer and defrauding a woman of US$550 after claiming he could represent her and recover a debt on her behalf.Lenon Mapiye, of Greystone Park, appeared before Harare…

Published: 04 Apr 2026 at 15:39hrs | 709 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean truck driver arrested after illegal u-turn crash in SA

A Zimbabwean truck driver has been arrested following a multi-vehicle crash on the N3 Toll Route near Tugela Plaza in KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday morning, after allegedly making an illegal U-turn that triggered the collision.According to Sib…

Published: 04 Apr 2026 at 15:39hrs | 1150 | by Staff reporter

11 nurses in Zimbabwe arrested, fined over protest

Eleven nurses were arrested at Marondera Provincial Hospital on Wednesday and each fined US$30 for public nuisance after allegedly attempting to stage a demonstration over poor working conditions and low salaries.The nurses had gathered on…

Published: 27 Mar 2026 at 11:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZACC arrests Zanu-PF MP

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested ruling party legislator Joel Sithole, the Zanu-PF Member of Parliament for Chiredzi South, over allegations of abusing public funds through the Constituency Development Fund (CDF).Sithol…

Published: 25 Mar 2026 at 18:18hrs | | by Staff reporter

Prophet arrested after fatal assault on neighbour

A 30-year-old self-styled prophet from Glen View has been arrested following the alleged assault and death of his neighbour and friend after a drinking dispute.Perfect Fungai Mukondo is accused of attacking Talent Tarwirei, also 30, after …

Published: 25 Mar 2026 at 10:48hrs | | by Staff reporter

Good Samaritan arrested for murder

A 40-year-old man from Epworth has been arrested on murder allegations after a violent dispute that followed his attempt to shelter a woman fleeing domestic violence.Prosper Tenga was taken into custody after an incident involving Tafadzwa…

Published: 24 Mar 2026 at 09:53hrs | | by Staff reporter

Businessman arrested for stocktheft

A prominent businessman from Gwanda has been arrested on allegations of stock theft after he was reportedly found in possession of suspected stolen meat at his butchery.Zimbabwe Republic Police in Matabeleland South confirmed the arrest of…

Published: 24 Mar 2026 at 08:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

Biti reportedly arrested

Zimbabwe's political tensions have escalated following the detention of former Finance Minister Tendai Biti, who was arrested alongside several activists while reportedly organising a rally in Mutare.Biti's civic organisation, the Constitu…

Published: 21 Mar 2026 at 21:16hrs | | by Staff reporter

2 suspects arrested in connection with slain businessman

Police have intensified their investigation into the murder of prominent businessman Joseph Mutangadura, with the arrest of two additional suspects bringing the total number of arrests to nine.The latest suspects, Solomon Wisdom Tariro (28…

Published: 21 Mar 2026 at 12:04hrs | 374 | by Staff reporter

ZB Bank $2.7 million heist suspect arrested, implicates brother

 An armed robber linked to the high-profile ZB Bank US$2.7 million heist has reportedly cooperated with police after approaching authorities to report his brother, who allegedly spent part of the stolen money.Alfred Shumba, who fled t…

Published: 17 Mar 2026 at 09:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

Suspected armed robber arrested over $1.26 million ABC Auctions heist

 A suspected armed robber, Bibience Bondamakara of Ruwa, appeared before the Harare Regional Magistrates' Court on Saturday, facing charges of robbing ABC Auctions of over US$1 million in cash and jewellery in a carefully planned heis…

Published: 16 Mar 2026 at 20:46hrs | | by Staff reporter

Businessman arrested at airport with undeclared US$80 000

A Harare businessman was arrested at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport while attempting to board a flight to Tanzania after allegedly being found in possession of undeclared foreign currency amounting to US$80 000.Victor Magigwan…

Published: 16 Mar 2026 at 20:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

Cops in court over release of suspect

Two officers from the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have appeared in court accused of unlawfully releasing a suspect and failing to follow official procedures after responding to an assault report in Athlone, Greendale, Harare.The officer…

Published: 11 Mar 2026 at 20:35hrs | 511 | by Staff reporter

Mother arrested over son's death

A 26-year-old woman from Epworth has been arrested for allegedly killing her five-year-old son in a tragic incident linked to domestic disputes.Police identified the suspect as Hazel Makuyana, who is accused of forcing her son, Mukudzeyi M…

Published: 11 Mar 2026 at 06:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

Suspect wanted for killing 2 police detectives arrested

Daniel Munyanyi, the man suspected of killing two detectives during a shootout in Zaka, has been arrested, while four of his alleged accomplices appeared in court in Harare facing armed robbery and attempted murder charges.The fatal gun ba…

Published: 03 Mar 2026 at 06:26hrs | | by Staff reporter

Magaya arrested in Chitungwiza

A Waterfalls man, Kudzanayi Magaya, was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly kidnapping two young men and impersonating a police officer in Chitungwiza.Magaya and his three brothers, Tongayi, Never and Roderick Magaya, are accused of attack…

Published: 01 Mar 2026 at 15:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Court official demands US$500 to 'facilitate' bail

A court interpreter based at the Bulawayo Magistrates Court has appeared in court on allegations of demanding US$500 and US$20 worth of airtime from a man, clai

Published: 01 Mar 2026 at 11:12hrs | | by Staff reporter

Pastor arrested over rape allegations

An Apostolic Faith Mission (AFM) pastor based in Mucheke, Masvingo, was arrested last week after a 13-year-old girl he lived with reported him to police for mul

Published: 01 Mar 2026 at 11:12hrs | 542 | by Staff reporter

Whange MP arrested during CDF project meeting

Fortune Daniel Molokela, the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) Member of Parliament for Hwange Central and a human rights lawyer, has been arrested by police in Whange while overseeing a Citizens' Development Forum (CDF) project. Molokel…

Published: 28 Feb 2026 at 10:27hrs | 623 | by Staff reporter

Man arrested for attempting to axe sibling to death

A 25-year-old man from Tsholotsho has been charged with attempted murder after he allegedly attacked his biological brother with an axe following a dispute over missing property and money.Somandla Moyo, of Norman Mafu's homestead along the…

Published: 27 Feb 2026 at 16:12hrs | 309 | by Staff reporter

ZACC officials arrested

Two officials from the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission have appeared in Plumtree Magistrates' Court facing allegations of criminal abuse of duty and unlawful detention following an incident at Mphoengs Border Post.Brian Munyaradzi Komb…

Published: 27 Feb 2026 at 08:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

19-year-old kills mother, hides body

A 19-year-old man from Chihota, under Chief Mudzimurema, is assisting police with investigations after the murder of his mother, 52-year-old Tambudzai Maruza. Nelson Zinyoro was taken into custody on Tuesday after allegedly striking his mo…

Published: 26 Feb 2026 at 10:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

Wife killer arrested while trying to cross the Border into Mozambique

A 45-year-old man was arrested near the Mozambique border while allegedly attempting to flee the country after killing his 50-year-old wife.Elliot Nyambira, of Masvingo, was apprehended following the death of his wife, Muchaneta Makuwaza.N…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 11:00hrs | | by Staff reporter

Kombi drivers arrested after being captured on CCTV driving recklessly

Nine commuter omnibus drivers and conductors have been arrested in a sweeping crackdown on reckless driving in Harare's Central Business District (CBD) after they were caught on camera mounting pavements and endangering pedestrians.The sus…

Published: 21 Feb 2026 at 17:20hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mugabe's son arrested after shooting security guard in Johannesburg

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, the 28-year-old son of the late former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, has been arrested in Gauteng after allegedly shooting a 2

Published: 19 Feb 2026 at 11:47hrs | | by Staff reporter

Prophet Magaya prosecutor axed

The Prosecutor General has acceded to a request by Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries leader Walter Magaya to remove Harare Provincial Chief Director Tendai Shonhayi from handling his ongoing rape trial, citing concerns ove…

Published: 18 Feb 2026 at 16:19hrs | 1047 | by Staff reporter

Bogus cop, security service member arrested

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested Norest Jingura (35), a bogus police officer, and Alison Maredza (43), a member of the security services, for drug peddling and trafficking along the Harare–Beitbridge Road near Bubi.The suspe…

Published: 14 Feb 2026 at 15:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

Woman arrested over murder of stepson

Police in Gokwe have arrested Sharai Foromani (18) in connection with the murder of her three-year-old stepson at Madzura Village on 13 February 2026.According to police reports, the suspect allegedly followed the child to a bush behind th…

Published: 14 Feb 2026 at 15:48hrs | 495 | by Staff reporter

Independent candidate arrested for defacing Zanu-PF posters

An independent candidate contesting the Chegutu Municipality Ward 1 by-election, Tonderai Elisha Dausi, has been arrested for allegedly defacing campaign posters belonging to a rival Zanu-PF candidate.Dausi, 33, was apprehended by police f…

Published: 13 Feb 2026 at 08:22hrs | | by Staff reporter

Robbery kingpin arrested

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have arrested a 35-year-old man in Murewa in connection with a string of robbery, unlawful entry and theft cases reported in the area.Trust Vengai Tito was apprehended on 6 February 2026 after detectives …

Published: 12 Feb 2026 at 13:55hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chinese fugitive wanted for 2023 fraud arrested in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwean police have confirmed the arrest of Xu Liyin, a Chinese national wanted for large-scale fraud committed in 2023.Xu was the subject of an Interpol Red Notice, an international alert requesting his provisional arrest pending extra…

Published: 12 Feb 2026 at 11:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Former prominent banker faces rape charges

Former Renaissance Financial Holdings group chief executive officer, Patterson Timba (59), is expected to appear before the Kadoma Magistrates Court this afternoon facing a rape charge.According to the State outline, Timba allegedly raped …

Published: 09 Feb 2026 at 21:07hrs | | by Staff reporter

Senior cop arrested in drug bust

A senior police officer was arrested on Monday following a high-speed chase on the Masvingo–Beitbridge Road after he was allegedly found in unlawful possession of illicit drugs valued at about US$19,000.Inspector Pikirai Dade Hakata (53), …

Published: 03 Feb 2026 at 05:04hrs | | by Staff reporter

Senior cop up for raping woman in custody

A senior Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officer stationed at ZRP Zaka has been arrested and is facing six counts of rape after allegedly sexually assaulting a married 18-year-old woman who had been taken into police custody.The officer, wh…

Published: 30 Jan 2026 at 22:21hrs | 2258 | by Staff reporter

Uncle arrested over murder of niece and cousin

THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed the arrest of 29-year-old Obedience Makonye in connection with the murder of his niece, Elizabeth Munetsi (14) and his cousin Shepherd Makonye (nine) which occurred on January 26 at Gondora …

Published: 30 Jan 2026 at 09:02hrs | | by Staff reporter

Prophet Magaya hit with 4 more rape charges, remanded

Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries founder Walter Magaya was on Monday remanded in custody until February 16, when he is expected to stand trial on a continuous roll running to February 19 on four counts of rape.Magaya appe…

Published: 26 Jan 2026 at 16:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

Prophet Magaya re-arrested at Harare Court

Prominent religious leader Walter Magaya was re-arrested at the Harare Magistrates Court on Monday after his trial for alleged rape appeared to have stalled.Court proceedings revealed that one of Magaya's accusers has withdrawn her complai…

Published: 26 Jan 2026 at 09:19hrs | | by Staff reporter

2 Zimbabweans in South African court for smuggling 33 children

Two Zimbabwean men have appeared briefly before the Musina Magistrate's Court in South Africa facing charges of aiding illegal immigrants and contravening immigration laws after they were allegedly caught transporting undocumented children…

Published: 20 Jan 2026 at 17:57hrs | | by Staff reporter

MP arrested by ZACC

Member of Parliament for Chiredzi West, Darlington Chiwa, was reportedly arrested by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) following a Zanu PF party hearing in Masvingo.Chiwa was taken into custody shortly after attending the part…

Published: 17 Jan 2026 at 12:55hrs | | by Staff reporter

CID detective arrested for extortion

A police officer stationed at CID Headquarters is under investigation after allegedly accepting money from a businessman, claiming it would be used to facilitate the arrest of a suspect in a fraud case.Donald Mutsau appeared before Harare …

Published: 16 Jan 2026 at 21:45hrs | 364 | by Staff reporter

Dexter Nduna arrested

Former Chegutu West Member of Parliament Dexter Nduna has been arrested on allegations of obstructing the course of justice.Nduna is expected to appear in court on Wednesday to face charges linked to an incident in which he allegedly threa…

Published: 14 Jan 2026 at 16:15hrs | | by Staff reporter

14 arrested over blocked enrolment of ‘outsiders' at Mhondoro-Ngezi school

Fourteen villagers have been arrested in Mhondoro-Ngezi, Mashonaland West, after allegedly blocking the enrolment of pupils at St Mark's Secondary School, accusing the institution of prioritising "outsiders" ahead of local children.The sus…

Published: 13 Jan 2026 at 19:22hrs | | by Staff reporter

Harare man arrested for possession of fake US$20 notes

Police have arrested a 34-year-old Harare man after he was found in possession of counterfeit United States dollar notes amounting to US$400.The suspect has been identified as Admire Gweshegweshe of Epworth.Confirming the arrest, Zimbabwe …

Published: 11 Jan 2026 at 19:44hrs | 516 | by Staff reporter

4 arrested for stealing road project cement

Four men appeared before the Mutare Magistrates' Court yesterday facing charges of theft of trust property after allegedly stealing cement intended for the Odzi–Marange Road construction project in Mutare North Constituency.The accused — I…

Published: 10 Jan 2026 at 21:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

TikToker arrested for cyberbullying

A popular Kadoma-based TikToker has appeared before the courts facing cyberbullying charges following the alleged harassment of a freelance journalist.Leona Rutendo Zinhu appeared before a Kadoma magistrate yesterday in connection with an …

Published: 06 Jan 2026 at 05:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

4 Zesa employees arrested for theft

Four Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority (Zesa) employees based at the Karoi depot have been arrested in connection with the alleged theft of electrical materials valued at more than US$28 000.The suspects have been identified as Christe…

Published: 04 Jan 2026 at 21:04hrs | 1213 | by Staff reporter

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