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Suspected drug dealer arrested at Plumtree border with dagga

PLUMTREE - A 37‑year‑old man from Botswana was arrested on Christmas Day after he allegedly attempted to enter Zimbabwe through the Plumtree Border Post carrying dagga.Exodus Moyo was found with a bag containing five sachets of dagga durin…

Published: 31 Dec 2025 at 08:30hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

ZANU-PF joins country's security agencies over Guruve serial killer manhunt

GURUVE - ZANU-PF has joined forces with security agencies to hunt down the Guruve serial killer, with the party's information directorate, Farai Muroyiwa-Marapira, confirming their involvement in the manhunt."We have made sure that the par…

Published: 29 Dec 2025 at 14:21hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Plumtree man axes friend in beer dispute

PLUMTREE - A drinking session at Ingwizi Business Centre in Mphoengs turned violent when a man allegedly struck his friend with a small axe during a dispute over beer.  Learmore Mphofu appeared before Plumtree magistrate Joshua N…

Published: 29 Dec 2025 at 14:18hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Plumtree man kills patron in Boxing Day bar stabbing

PLUMTREE – A 32‑year‑old man from Plumtree has been remanded in custody after allegedly stabbing a fellow patron to death during a Boxing Day altercation at a local bar.Phatisani Sikhosana Ncube appeared before Plumtree magistrate Joshua N…

Published: 28 Dec 2025 at 16:32hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Brothers kill neighbour in Christmas Day fight

BINDURA – Two brothers from Bindura, Munyaradzi Chipindu (39) and Tamuka Chipindu (42), have been remanded in custody after allegedly fatally assaulting their neighbour on Christmas Day.The pair appeared before Bindura magistrate Felix Cha…

Published: 27 Dec 2025 at 14:46hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole in Bindura

Soldiers arrested for robbery spree in Fort Rixon

BULAWAYO - Three soldiers who allegedly went on a robbery spree while wearing Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) uniforms have been arrested and brought before the Bulawayo Magistrates' Court.Iphithule Mlotshwa (24), Hamlet Mlotshwa (21) and Hau…

Published: 27 Dec 2025 at 09:17hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

CID officers arrested for stealing exhibit vehicle at police camp

BULAWAYO - Two Criminal Investigations Department (CID) officers have been arrested after allegedly stealing a Toyota Hilux that had been impounded as an exhibit at a Bulawayo police camp.Master Genti (39) and Richard Kiri (56) appeared be…

Published: 27 Dec 2025 at 09:15hrs | 2951 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Mandizha Plaza hosts Christmas party for villagers

BINDURA – Villagers in Chirikadzi, Bindura rural ward nine, were treated to a memorable Christmas celebration after United Kingdom‑based businessman Tafadzwa Mandizha and his wife Samantha hosted a party through their Mandizha Plaza comple…

Published: 25 Dec 2025 at 07:16hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole in Bindura

Illegal miners clash over sex worker, one dead

MAZOWE – A violent clash between rival groups of illegal miners at Nduku Business Centre has left one man dead following a dispute over a sex worker.Mashonaland Central police spokesperson Inspector Milton Mundembe confirmed the murder, sa…

Published: 24 Dec 2025 at 13:56hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Teacher fined for assaulting colleague over pit

PLUMTREE - A Mlowe Primary School teacher, Thembo Khethiwe (49), has been fined US$200 after being convicted of assaulting a colleague during a dispute over a pit.Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembaware handed down the sentence, warning that …

Published: 23 Dec 2025 at 21:05hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

More killings reported in Guruve

GURUVE - The spate of killings in Guruve continues after two more people were found dead in Magaya area on Tuesday.Despite heavy deployment of police resources and personnel to the district, the murders have not stopped.Mashonaland Central…

Published: 23 Dec 2025 at 21:01hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Chipinge man jailed for assaulting mother over sadza

CHIPINGE - A 20‑year‑old man has been jailed for six months after assaulting his mother during a dispute over sadza.  Kudakwashe Mukwakwami was convicted by Chipinge magistrate Nixon Mangoti on Thursday. Mangoti suspended three m…

Published: 19 Dec 2025 at 16:03hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Guruve villagers gripped by fear after brutal killings

GURUVE - Villagers in Guruve District are living in fear following a spate of gruesome murders in the area.  On Thursday night, a mother and her child were killed in cold blood at Nyamaka Farm 88.  According to a witnes…

Published: 19 Dec 2025 at 08:54hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Midnight thief breaks door with a pick to steal cellphone

PLUMTREE - A suspected thief has been arrested after allegedly breaking into a house at midnight and stealing a cellphone valued at $100.Malven Chikomo appeared before Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembaware on Tuesday, where he was granted $…

Published: 17 Dec 2025 at 19:32hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Woman jailed for assaulting father's girlfriend

PLUMTREE - A 22‑year‑old woman has been sentenced to one year in jail after assaulting her father's girlfriend with a cooking stick.Sithelo Ngwenya was convicted by Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembaware on Tuesday.Ngwenya escaped serving th…

Published: 17 Dec 2025 at 15:21hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Son threatens to kill father

PLUMTREE - A 27‑year‑old man has appeared in court after allegedly threatening to kill his 72‑year‑old father with a knife.  Kudzai Trust Last Ndlovu was brought before Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembaware facing charges of threa…

Published: 16 Dec 2025 at 19:56hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Gold chunks funeral services opens Mvurwi branch

MVURWI - Residents of Mvurwi and surrounding areas have welcomed the opening of a new branch by Gold Chunks Funeral Services, popularly known as Mukwasha Panyatwa.The branch, officially opened on Monday, has brought relief to many resident…

Published: 15 Dec 2025 at 21:29hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Teacher nabbed for assaulting Grade 2 pupil

PLUMTREE - A Masasane Primary School teacher, Tshidzani Sibanda, has been remanded in custody after allegedly assaulting a grade two pupil for failing to write homework.The 48‑year‑old teacher appeared before Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nem…

Published: 15 Dec 2025 at 21:22hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Plumtree men arrested after threatening woman with pellet gun

PLUMTREE - Two men have been arrested after allegedly threatening to fatally shoot a woman with a pellet gun during a late‑night confrontation.Khumbulani Ngulube (42) and Kingdom Moyo (40) appeared before Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembawa…

Published: 11 Dec 2025 at 20:38hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Sungura Godfather Nicholas Zacharia Dies

CHITUNGWIZA - The Sungura music fraternity has been plunged into mourning following the death of legendary musician Nicholas "Madzibaba" Zacharia, popularly known as the Sungura Godfather.Zacharia, affectionately called the Senior Lecturer…

Published: 11 Dec 2025 at 06:51hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Bindura suspected drug dealers in court after major bust

BINDURA - Two suspected drug dealers have appeared in court after detectives recovered a large cache of dangerous drugs at their residence.Angeline Matesanwa and Pamela Chamanyonga appeared before the Bindura Magistrates Court yesterday fa…

Published: 10 Dec 2025 at 15:05hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Homeground crowned champions of Guruve Pool League

GURUVE - Homeground Pool Team have been crowned champions of the Guruve Pool League (GPL) after an exhilarating season that saw them finish top of the table.The team were officially crowned on Saturday at a colourful ceremony held at Vikel…

Published: 10 Dec 2025 at 15:00hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Legal Aid directorate intervenes in Bindura drug case

BINDURA - In a dramatic turn of events, a suspected drug peddler was saved at the eleventh hour by government lawyers from the Legal Aid Directorate, after initially pleading guilty to possession of dagga.Dean Nyamhunga appeared before a B…

Published: 06 Dec 2025 at 10:47hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Villagers protest relocation by Eureka Mine

GURUVE - Villagers from Mazhambe in Guruve have expressed anger after being relocated by Eureka Gold Mine as the company extends its boundaries, saying the move has disrupted their livelihoods and access to essential services.  R…

Published: 02 Dec 2025 at 12:36hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Man arrested for destroying aircraft

PLUMTREE - A 27‑year‑old man has been arrested in Plumtree after allegedly stabbing the fenders of an aircraft ten times with a kitchen knife.The accused, Kwazinkosi Tshuma, appeared before Magistrate Joshua at Plumtree Magistrates' Court,…

Published: 02 Dec 2025 at 12:32hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Man burns mother's bedroom

PLUMTREE - A 29‑year‑old man from Plumtree is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting his mother, burning her bedroom hut, stealing her goat and threatening to kill a neighbour.Lwazi Ncube appeared before Magistrate Joshua Nemba…

Published: 01 Dec 2025 at 16:28hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Pirate taxi driver bashes municipal police officer

PLUMTREE – A municipal police officer was assaulted and had his uniform torn by a pirate taxi driver who resisted arrest in Plumtree Town, causing drama in the central business district.The driver, Tinashe Zhira (33), allegedly attacked of…

Published: 30 Nov 2025 at 08:55hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Man jailed for setting ex-wife’s house on fire

MADZIWA - A 37‑year‑old man has been jailed after attempting to kill his ex‑wife by setting her bedroom on fire.Lloyd Jeke was sentenced to seven years in prison by Magistrate Sheila Nazombe, who suspended two years on condition of good be…

Published: 30 Nov 2025 at 08:51hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Debt collector jailed for breaking into headmaster's office

PLUMTREE - A 20‑year‑old debt collector at Makhubu Primary School has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after being convicted of theft by Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembaware.The accused, Xolisani Mkize, was found guilty of breaking in…

Published: 29 Nov 2025 at 19:05hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Human remains found in a field

BINDURA - Police in Mashonaland Central are appealing for public assistance after human remains were discovered in a field near Ezekiel Guti University.The remains were found on 26 November by local farmer Patrick Musa, who was ploughing h…

Published: 29 Nov 2025 at 15:37hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Sex starved man in trouble

PLUMTREE - A 40-year-old Mpohoengs man, Christopher Mguni, has appeared in court facing charges of indecent assault after allegedly fondling his neighbour without her consent.  Mguni was remanded in custody to December 1 by magis…

Published: 26 Nov 2025 at 19:59hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Prophet rapes University student on a mountain

BINDURA - A self-proclaimed prophet from Bindura has appeared in court facing allegations of raping a university student under the guise of an exorcism.  Maison Masora (27) of Aerodrome, Bindura, was remanded in custody to Decemb…

Published: 26 Nov 2025 at 19:54hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Village head arrested over stock theft allegations

MUSHUMBI POOLS – Villagers in Mushumbi Pools have expressed outrage after their village head, Isaac Svinugwa (45), was arrested on allegations of being the ring leader in a series of stock thefts in the area.Svinugwa was arrested alongside…

Published: 22 Nov 2025 at 07:34hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Drug dealer remanded after being caught with dagga on farm

BINDURA - A suspected drug dealer, Johannes Mhlanga (45), is languishing in prison after being caught trespassing at Wethington Farm in Bindura with ten sachets of dagga.Mhlanga appeared before Magistrate Ruramai Chitumbura and was remande…

Published: 21 Nov 2025 at 19:46hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Madziwa man remanded for allegedly raping own daughter

BINDURA - A deeply disturbing case has emerged from Madziwa, where a 37-year-old man was allegedly caught raping his 15-year-old daughter by his wife after the girl screamed for help.The accused, whose name has been withheld to protect the…

Published: 21 Nov 2025 at 19:39hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Jealous husband remanded for assaulting wife over cellphone dispute

PLUMTREE - A 36-year-old man, Smart Dube, has been remanded in custody after allegedly assaulting his wife over a cellphone dispute involving a suspected love message.Dube appeared before Plumtree Magistrate Joshua Nembaware, who remanded …

Published: 21 Nov 2025 at 19:25hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Johane Marange congregant remanded over rape of teen girl

BINDURA - A member of the Johane Marange apostolic sect, Michael Eddington Muteya, has been remanded in custody after appearing before the Bindura Regional Magistrates Court on charges of raping a 15-year-old girl.Muteya was remanded to No…

Published: 21 Nov 2025 at 18:49hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

CID Officer Dies in Muzarabani-Centenary Highway Crash

MUZARABANI - A Criminal Investigation Department (CID) officer, Detective Sergeant Moyo, tragically died last night in a head-on collision at the 10-kilometre peg along the Muzarabani-Centenary highway.Moyo, who was stationed at Mvurwi Pol…

Published: 16 Nov 2025 at 19:07hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Herdboy in court for assaulting 'disrespectful' colleague

PLUMTREE - A 34-year-old herdboy from Ngulube homestead has appeared in court after allegedly attacking his colleague with a sling and biting him during a dispu

Published: 10 Nov 2025 at 12:49hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Figtree man jailed after bar fight over music

PLUMTREE – A 37-year-old man from Figtree has been remanded in custody after allegedly assaulting his friend during a dispute over music at a local bar.Buhle

Published: 07 Nov 2025 at 04:49hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Solusi University student caught with stolen laptops in satchel

PLUMTREE – A 19-year-old Solusi University student has been arraigned before the courts after he was caught with two stolen laptops hidden in his satchel.Tadi

Published: 01 Nov 2025 at 08:36hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

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