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Man allegedly catches wife pants down, beats wife's lover to death

A 46-year-old man has died in hospital after allegedly being assaulted by his girlfriend's husband, who reportedly found them sleeping together in a bedroom at his homestead in Shurugwi.Anyway Zhuwawo, from Mapfumo Village under Chief Nego…

Published: 22 Oct 2026 at 13:00hrs | 817 | by Staff reporter

Java accused of assaulting estranged wife

BATANAI Java, the elder brother of controversial preacher Prophet Passion Java, has been accused of assaulting his estranged wife, Fadzai Benhilda, in a domestic violence case reportedly under police investigation.The matter was reported a…

Published: 14 Oct 2026 at 09:37hrs | 1127 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe army pays US$23 500 compensation to assault victim

THE Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) has paid US$23,500 in compensation to a Bindura resident who was assaulted by soldiers while enforcing Covid-19 national lockdown regulations in April 2020.The Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) said …

Published: 15 Sep 2026 at 18:50hrs | 980 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean woman jailed in UK for sexual assault of schoolgirl

A ZIMBABWEAN woman has been jailed for six years and four months in the United Kingdom after luring a teenage schoolgirl into her home, locking her inside and subjecting her to a serious sexual assault.Karen Murerwa, 34, approached the gir…

Published: 15 Sep 2026 at 11:58hrs | 630 | by Staff reporter

ZRP acquires machines to detect fake IDs, passports

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has acquired advanced forensic technology capable of detecting counterfeit documents, fake identity cards and passports, as well as fraudulent activities involving forged signatures.Police Commissioner-Ge…

Published: 28 Aug 2026 at 19:12hrs | 1021 | by Staff reporter

Maduwa threatens TTI after assaulting it's employees

A Zimbabwean fitness trainer based in the United States has broken his silence following his arrest in Bulawayo after a confrontation with parking marshals employed by Tendy Three Investments (TTI).Tendai Humbasha Maduwa, popularly known a…

Published: 25 Aug 2026 at 17:58hrs | 909 | by Staff reporter

Roki breaks silence over viral assault drama

Zimbabwean musician Rockford "Roki" Josphats has taken responsibility for his involvement in a recent viral incident involving a woman in Harare, acknowledging that some of his decisions were reckless and could have been avoided.The "Chidz…

Published: 14 Aug 2026 at 11:09hrs | 858 | by Staff reporter

Man cleared of murder, convicted of assault

The Bulawayo High Court has acquitted Kudzai Mutangadura of murder and instead convicted him of assault after finding that the State failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt that the injuries he inflicted on a friend caused the man's death.…

Published: 30 Jul 2026 at 09:10hrs | 533 | by Staff reporter

Harare suspends municipal officer after viral assault video

The City of Harare has suspended a municipal police officer who was captured in a viral video slapping a woman inside a council banking hall in Mbare, pending the outcome of a disciplinary hearing.City of Harare corporate communications ma…

Published: 25 Jul 2026 at 18:26hrs | 373 | by Staff reporter

Mystery shrouds MPs assault by CIO

Mystery continues to surround the alleged assault of two opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) by suspected Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) operatives at the Rekai Tangwena Government Complex in Mutare last week, with conflicting …

Published: 19 Jul 2026 at 13:19hrs | 660 | by Staff reportetr

CCC MPs allege assault by suspected CIOs in Mutare

Two Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) Members of Parliament have alleged that they were assaulted by suspected Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) operatives following a dispute over a parking bay at a government complex in Mutare.Hi…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 16:25hrs | 481 | by Staff reporter

Veteran actor bashed after dispute with InDrive driver

Veteran actor and filmmaker Trueman Chikukwa has alleged that he was assaulted and robbed at gunpoint following a dispute with an InDrive driver over change after a trip in Harare.Chikukwa, who is well known for producing and starring in f…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:08hrs | 811 | by Staff reporter

Cop assailant remanded in custody

A 29-year-old Mutare man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court on charges of allegedly assaulting a police officer during an operation targeting illegal public transport operators.Brenton Tsakatsa, of House Number 1285, Chi…

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 14:54hrs | 375 | by Staff reporter

Grace Mugabe implicated in brutal assault of mine workers

Several artisanal miners were left nursing serious injuries on Tuesday after they were allegedly assaulted by a group of armed men at Mondo 3 Mine near Mazowe in an incident that has reportedly been linked to former First Lady Grace Mugabe…

Published: 09 Jul 2026 at 20:33hrs | 1187 | by Staff reporter

Man up for assaulting cop

A pirate taxi operator has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a police officer at a service station in Mutare, with the Zimbabwe Republic Police warning the public against attacking or obstructing law enforcement officers.In a statem…

Published: 05 Jul 2026 at 12:39hrs | 481 | by Staff reporter

Bus conductor arrested over viral passenger assault video

A bus conductor operating on the Harare-Makaha route has been arrested in connection with the alleged assault of two passengers in an incident captured on video that has since gone viral on social media.The incident reportedly occurred on …

Published: 29 Jun 2026 at 09:39hrs | 703 | by Staff reporter

Neighbourhood watch trio assault man to death

Three members of a neighbourhood watch committee from Tsholotsho District have appeared in court facing murder charges after a man they allegedly assaulted while responding to an attack on a visually impaired woman later died.Dickson Zondo…

Published: 10 Jun 2026 at 19:32hrs | 1138 | by Staff reporter

State agents accused of bashing workers at Zambezi Gas

The Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union) and the Centre for Natural Resource Governance (Centre for Natural Resource Governance) have accused suspected State security agent…

Published: 01 Jun 2026 at 18:39hrs | 269 | by Staff reporter

Assaulted TTI marshal demands US$40k, public apology

A Tendy Three Investments (TTI) marshal, Michael Ntini, is demanding US$40,000 in damages from a City Bus employee after a video showing him being assaulted went viral on social media.Ntini is pursuing legal action against Samuel Scotfield…

Published: 28 Apr 2026 at 07:11hrs | 1179 | by Staff reporter

2 jailed for assaulting eviction officers

Two men from Harare have been sentenced to prison after being convicted of assaulting peace officers during an eviction exercise in Waterfalls.Thulani Nyamhunga (18) and Kudakwashe Masusa (25) appeared before the Mbare Magistrates Court wh…

Published: 24 Apr 2026 at 10:04hrs | 469 | by Staff reporter

Man jailed for violent assault over 'sabhuku' remark

A 61-year-old man from Gutu has been sentenced to an effective 20 months in prison after violently assaulting a 23-year-old man during a dispute sparked by a seemingly innocuous remark.Hebert Magombedze appeared before Magistrate Innocent …

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:53hrs | 795 | by Staff reporter

Brothers in court over doctor assault

Two brothers from Bulawayo have appeared in court following a viral video allegedly showing them violently assaulting a medical doctor at a local leisure spot.Prince Mugwagwa (26) and Nigel Mugwagwa (32), both from Nketa suburb, appeared b…

Published: 12 Apr 2026 at 09:23hrs | 1060 | by Staff reporter

Inmate dies at Chikurubi amid assault claims

The Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service has confirmed the death of an inmate at Chikurubi Farm Prison, dismissing initial allegations of assault while launching an independent investigation into the incident.The deceased, Gift Mbowa,…

Published: 29 Mar 2026 at 11:03hrs | 680 | by Staff reporter

Man fined for assaulting 'Baby Mama'

A 25-year-old Bulawayo man has been fined US$120 after assaulting the mother of his child when she refused to allow him access to their son.Phakamani Nkomazana, of Old Pumula suburb, appeared before Western Commonage magistrate Jeconia Pri…

Published: 24 Mar 2026 at 07:26hrs | 498 | by Staff reporter

Police deny assault claims at Biti's offices

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has dismissed reports that the driver of opposition politician Tendai Biti was assaulted at his offices, stating that officers present at the scene did not witness any such incident.National police spokes…

Published: 06 Mar 2026 at 09:36hrs | 1066 | by Staff reporter

Prophet assaults heavily pregnant wife, baby dies

Well-known religious leader Simabvu Shiri (37), founder of the Spring of Living Waters Church, has been remanded in prison for allegedly assaulting his pregnant wife, Trishia Samantha Maphosa (28), who went into premature labour a few days…

Published: 06 Mar 2026 at 09:34hrs | 1732 | by Staff reporter

Traffic Council to get arresting powers

The Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TSCZ) is set to be transformed into an agency with arresting powers to bolster its enforcement capabilities by June 2026, Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona has announced.…

Published: 04 Mar 2026 at 11:14hrs | 391 | by Staff reporter

Madhuku targeted with fresh death threats

Lovemore Madhuku, head of the National Constitutional Assembly (NCA), has received fresh death threats just days after being hospitalised following an alleged assault by suspected State agents.Unknown individuals reportedly painted graffit…

Published: 04 Mar 2026 at 11:13hrs | 505 | by Staff reporter

Coltart condemns assault on Madhuku

Bulawayo Mayor David Coltart has voiced strong concern over the assault on Constitutional lawyer and National Constitutional Assembly leader Lovemore Madhuku last week.While the police have publicly distanced themselves from the incident, …

Published: 02 Mar 2026 at 16:15hrs | 392 | by Stephen Jakes

The Madhuku assault and Zimbabwe's geopolitics of self-sabotage

Today's brutal assault on Professor Lovemore Madhuku, President of the National Constitutional Assembly, and members of his party leaves permanent scars not only on their bodies, but on the Republic itself.Madhuku and his colleagues were a…

Published: 02 Mar 2026 at 16:14hrs | 483 | by Dr.Phillan Zamchiya

Madhuku allegedly assaulted by police

National Constitutional Assembly leader Lovemore Madhuku was allegedly assaulted by police at the organisation's offices along Herbert Chitepo Avenue in Harare on Sunday morning.Madhuku and several party members are currently receiving med…

Published: 01 Mar 2026 at 14:11hrs | 1226 | by Staff reporter

Duo brutally assault of workmate

Two Bulawayo men appeared in court on Tuesday facing allegations of brutally assaulting a colleague during a late-night altercation.Melusi Mlalazi (27) of Emakhandeni and Province Dube (38) of Pumula Old suburb appeared before Western Comm…

Published: 24 Feb 2026 at 20:02hrs | 790 | by Staff reporter

Police arrest 1 suspect over viral naked woman assault video

Police have arrested one suspect in connection with a viral video showing the assault of a woman over allegations of infidelity in Uzumba-Maramba-Pfungwe, Mashonaland East province.Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson Commi…

Published: 22 Feb 2026 at 17:19hrs | 934 | by Staff reporter

Man assaults wife, pours urine on her blankets

A 47-year-old man from Cowdray Park in Bulawayo has been fined US$140 after he admitted to physically abusing his wife, including pouring urine on her blankets and assaulting her.Muluki Mleya appeared before Western Commonage magistrate, M…

Published: 19 Feb 2026 at 11:08hrs | 718 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF MP arrested for assault

Ngonidzashe Mudekunye, the Member of Parliament for Buhera South, appeared in Chimanimani Magistrates Court on Tuesday facing a charge of public violence.Magist

Published: 13 Feb 2026 at 08:23hrs | 403 | by Staff reporter

Woman fined for assaulting grade 5 pupil

A 58-year-old woman from Parse village, Mphoengs, under Chief Tshitshi, has been fined US$200 after pleading guilty to assaulting her juvenile neighbour. Egnitor Ngwenya appeared before Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembaware, who ordered her…

Published: 30 Jan 2026 at 09:04hrs | 752 | by Staff reporter

Night Club bouncers, waitress assault, steal from drunk reveller

Two bouncers and a waitress at Khama Night Club in Chisipite, Harare, appeared in court facing allegations of assaulting and stealing US$2 000 from a patron.The accused - Knowledge Mashamba (40), head of security, Keen Mutombwa (35), a bou…

Published: 30 Jan 2026 at 05:53hrs | 504 | by Staff reporter

Man fatally assaults rival suitor

A 32-year-old Harare man, Kenneth Kundai Madzisoaguta, has been formally charged with murder following the alleged fatal assault of a rival suitor.Madzisoaguta appeared before Harare magistrate Ms. Ruth Moyo yesterday and was remanded in c…

Published: 28 Jan 2026 at 09:51hrs | 768 | by Staff reporter

AFM pastor in court for indecent assault

A pastor from the Apostolic Faith Mission (AFM) church in Glenview has appeared in court facing allegations of indecent assault involving a female congregant.Tawanda Murombedzi appeared before Mbare Magistrates Court on Friday, where he pl…

Published: 25 Jan 2026 at 09:47hrs | 725 | by Staff reporter

Elderly man in court over alleged assault of co-tenant

A 68-YEAR-OLD Bulawayo man has appeared in court for allegedly assaulting his 62-year-old co-tenant following a dispute over a cellphone charger.Danisa Ncube of Vundu Flats in Makokoba suburb appeared before Bulawayo magistrate Ms Patience…

Published: 20 Jan 2026 at 08:50hrs | 490 | by Staff reporter

Man assaults girlfriend over refusal to share phone password

A 23-year-old man from Pumula North has found himself in court after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend for refusing to unlock her phone.Francis Matutu reportedly became enraged when his nurse aide girlfriend, Mpho Nyegera, declined to gi…

Published: 09 Jan 2026 at 18:54hrs | 933 | by Staff reporter

Cop assaulted over counselee affair

A police officer was assaulted by three men on Tuesday after being found at a lodge with a woman he had been counselling, following a tip-off to authorities.Constable Blessing Mutoko, 33, of the Victim Friendly Unit at Budiriro Police Stat…

Published: 08 Jan 2026 at 19:33hrs | 544 | by Staff reporter

Taxi driver jailed for brutal assault

A Bulawayo taxi driver whose name evokes mercy and kindness instead found himself at the centre of a brutal street attack that nearly claimed a man's life, after a dispute over taxi fares spiralled into violence.Amazing Grace Sibanda (24),…

Published: 07 Jan 2026 at 04:13hrs | 1111 | by Staff reporter

Mom fatally stabs son (3)

A horrifying incident shook Hobhouse suburb yesterday morning when a mother allegedly fatally stabbed her three-year-old son in a violent attack.Police confirmed the arrest of 39-year-old Netsai Chikuni, who is accused of repeatedly stabbi…

Published: 24 Nov 2025 at 05:38hrs | 558 | by Staff reporter

Mother arrested over brutal assault

Police have confirmed the arrest of a Marange woman whose brutal assault on her 11-year-old daughter was captured on video and widely circulated on social media.The woman, identified as 27-year-old Idah Mushayi of Village 28, Mount Zonwe u…

Published: 24 Nov 2025 at 05:36hrs | 706 | by Staff reporter

Prisons officer dies after mob assault

A Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services (ZPCS) officer stationed at Chinhoyi Remand Prison has died after sustaining severe injuries during what police describe as a mob attempt to carry out a citizens' arrest. The incident has stirre…

Published: 22 Nov 2025 at 13:09hrs | 612 | by Staff reporter

Rethinking the global village

ZIMBABWE at the turn of the century lived true to the meaning of global village.Its citizens were migrating all over the world, setting up bases and immersing themselves in cosmopolitan capitals.However, this is about to end following the …

Published: 23 Aug 2025 at 13:54hrs | 318 | by Staff reporter

Teachers assault parent in view of pupils

Dear Editor, It was barbaric, embarrassing and shocking to say the least. Like mad bulls the two male teachers menacingly charged towards a frightened parent who had sought refugee in the local councillor's car viciously pulled him out and…

Published: 29 May 2021 at 16:30hrs | 200 | by Concerned Parents

Grace Mugabe fears attacks and the assassination of her children?

IN the August of the year of Our Lord two important politicians found themselves in South Africa facing two different but equally grave protocols.One faced serious medical protocols after ingesting a substance that triggered other sleeping…

Published: 22 Aug 2017 at 13:00hrs | 17191 | by Dinizulu Mbikokayise Macaphulana

Grace Mugabe: diplomatic immunity isn't an 'out of jail' ticket

Grace Mugabe, the wife of President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe, is accused of assaulting a young woman while on a visit to South Africa. A week after the incident in a hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg's upmarket central business district, a S…

Published: 22 Aug 2017 at 07:13hrs | 3058 | by Gerhard Kemp

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