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Esigodini man in court for rape, robbery

A 32-year-old man from Bafazi Village, Esigodini, Patson Ndlovu, appeared before Bulawayo regional magistrate Taurai Manuwero facing charges of rape and robbery. He pleaded not guilty to both allegations and was remanded to September 15, 2…

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 08:49hrs | 44 | by Staff reporter

Land barons challenge contempt charges

Suspected land barons Rodgers Pote and Trymore Arineshito, facing charges of contempt of court for carrying out unauthorised development on an illegal settlement, have applied for discharge at the close of the State's case.Harare magistrat…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:16hrs | 113 | by Staff reporter

High bank charges hindering financial inclusion in Zimbabwe

High bank charges imposed by local financial institutions are choking financial inclusion in Zimbabwe and running contrary to best practices across the region, a new National Economic Consultative Forum (NECF) report has revealed.The repor…

Published: 29 Aug 2025 at 06:01hrs | 593 | by Staff reporter

Milton High teacher acquitted of sodomy charges

A male teacher at Milton High School in Bulawayo has been acquitted of all charges relating to alleged improper conduct with learners at the boys-only school.Bulawayo magistrate Beverly Madzikatire cleared 36-year-old Tyson Lunga, ruling t…

Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 22:32hrs | 191 | by Staff reporter

Scottland hike Dembare match gate charges

Scottland have followed the well-trodden path of clubs cashing in on the pulling power of traditional giants by hiking gate charges for their high-stakes clash against Dynamos at Rufaro Stadium on Saturday.The ambitious debutants, affectio…

Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 06:51hrs | 434 | by Staff reporter

Man acquitted of dagga possession charges

A 33-year-old man accused of possessing 53 sachets of dagga has been acquitted after a court ruled that there was insufficient evidence linking him to the drugs.Western Commonage Magistrate Mr Archie Wochiwunga cleared Langton Mbanje of ch…

Published: 19 Aug 2025 at 18:55hrs | 204 | by Staff reporter

Company faces exchange control violation charges

A Harare-based company, Grant Thulisa (Pvt) Ltd, has been hauled before the courts on allegations of violating Zimbabwe's exchange control regulations after it allegedly misrepresented the amount of money spent on importing liquefied petro…

Published: 03 Aug 2025 at 12:17hrs | 203 | by Staff reporter

18 Zimbabwe prosecutors arrested for corruption charges

At least 18 public prosecutors stationed across Zimbabwe have been arrested on corruption-related charges, predominantly bribery and extortion, the country's Prosecutor-General, Justice Loice Matanda-Moyo, revealed yesterday.She made the d…

Published: 24 Jul 2025 at 09:22hrs | 407 | by Staff reporter

Parents face charges for children's offences

Parents whose minor children are found guilty of drug-related or sexual offences in a court of law may also be held legally liable, potentially facing hefty fines or jail sentences, according to Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officials.Thi…

Published: 11 Jul 2025 at 08:35hrs | 339 | by Staff reporter

Scottland hikes gate charges for Caps clash

The Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) has approved a request by top-flight newcomers Scottland FC to increase gate charges for their highly anticipated home match against giants Caps United, scheduled for Sunday at Rufaro Stadium.In…

Published: 05 Jul 2025 at 10:22hrs | 48 | by Staff reporter

Moses Mpofu's fraud charges mount

It never rains but pours for embattled Harare businessman Moses Mpofu, who now finds himself entangled in a growing web of criminal allegations, many of which are being linked to his bitter fallout with flamboyant and politically connected…

Published: 13 May 2025 at 19:37hrs | 3134 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean banks face backlash over excessive charges

Zimbabwe's banking sector is celebrating strong financial results, with shareholders across financial institutions enjoying substantial dividend payouts following another profitable year. However, the celebrations have been tempered by gro…

Published: 06 Apr 2025 at 11:26hrs | 393 | by Staff reporter

Timothy Omotoso, co-accused found not guilty on all charges

Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho have been found not guilty on all charges.The trio faced over 30 charges, inluding rape, human trafficking and racketeering.The verdict was delivere…

Published: 02 Apr 2025 at 11:30hrs | 528 | by Staff reporter

CID officer up for second murder charge

A Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officer, Detective Farai Simudzirai, who was on suspension in connection with a murder case, has been implicated in another fatal incident. The incident, which occurred on March 16, 2025, raises serious con…

Published: 29 Mar 2025 at 08:38hrs | 1822 | by Staff reporter

Blessed Mhlanga in the dock

Veteran journalist Blessed Mhlanga appeared before the Harare Magistrates' Court, facing charges of transmitting data messages to incite public violence.The charges stem from two videos posted on YouTube by Heart & Soul TV (HStv), in w…

Published: 25 Feb 2025 at 13:11hrs | 972 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga's wife drops fraud charges

The State on Monday withdrew criminal charges against Harare couple Annavestah Mudiwa (39) and her husband, Gray Mudiwa, who were accused of defrauding Vice President Constantino Chiwenga's wife, Miniyothabo Baloyi-Chiwenga, of nearly US$1…

Published: 18 Feb 2025 at 03:45hrs | 4745 | by Staff reporter

Suspended Harare town clerk faces fresh charges

Suspended City of Harare Town Clerk, Hosiah Chisango, is facing fresh corruption charges following concerns raised over his recent acquittal in a high-profile case involving the award of a US$9 million streetlights tender. The tender, whic…

Published: 05 Feb 2025 at 11:57hrs | 109 | by Staff reporter

ZACC to press new charges in US$9m tender case

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has announced plans to lay new charges against Harare Town Clerk, Engineer Hosiah Chisango, and several associates after the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) withdrew charges related to a …

Published: 05 Feb 2025 at 11:41hrs | 46 | by Staff reporter

Ibbo Mandaza's son faces assault charges

The son of prominent academic and political commentator Professor Ibbo Mandaza appeared in court facing allegations of assaulting his ex-wife on Christmas Eve.Ibbo Mandaza Jr (33) was charged with physical abuse following an incident invol…

Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 08:17hrs | 537 | by Staff reporter

Police appeal for assistance in identifying road accident victim

Police in Harare are seeking the public's help in identifying the body of a 12-year-old boy who was fatally struck by a car along Seke Road in October. The victim, whose body is still at the Parirenyatwa Hospital mortuary, was involved in …

Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:38hrs | 59 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Prisons officer killed by uncle on amnesty

A Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) officer was fatally stabbed by her uncle on Christmas Day in Bulilima District, Matabeleland South, in a shocking incident that has left the local community reeling. The police suspect the…

Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:37hrs | 166 | by Staff reporter

Amnesty beneficiary faces new robbery charges

A man released under Presidential Amnesty in April this year has been brought back to court on fresh charges of robbery, raising concerns about repeat offenders exploiting the clemency program.Shepherd Chenga, aged 40, appeared before Hara…

Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:37hrs | 54 | by Staff reporter

SA authorities crack down on omalayitsha

South Africa's Department of Traffic and Community Safety has launched a major crackdown on overloaded vehicles, targeting small cross-border transporters popularly known as omalayitsha. These vehicles predominantly ferry goods for Zimbabw…

Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:39hrs | 253 | by Staff reporter

State withdraws charges against 39 war vets

The State has withdrawn charges against 39 members of the War Veterans Welfare Pressure Group, who were arrested in October 2021 for allegedly participating in an unlawful gathering in Harare.The former freedom fighters, who appeared befor…

Published: 03 Dec 2024 at 08:57hrs | 210 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo duo in court over robbery charges

Two men from Bulawayo's Tshabalala suburb, Spencer Bongani Dzitiro (33) and Malvin Mpofu (23), appeared before the Bulawayo Regional Magistrate's Court facing robbery charges.The pair allegedly tricked a motorist, Edward Muchenjekwa, into …

Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 12:57hrs | 139 | by Staff reporter

Vendor in court on attempted murder charges

A vendor was arraigned before the court this week facing charges of attempted murder after allegedly pushing a municipal policeman from a moving vehicle during an arrest.Farai Yobe, a vendor, appeared before Harare Magistrate Marehwanazvo …

Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 06:29hrs | 197 | by Staff reporter

5 police officers acquitted on US$15,000 extortion charges

Five Harare police officers who were accused of demanding a US$15,000 bribe from a company director to drop false rape charges have been acquitted. Harare magistrate Donald Ndirowei cleared the officers of criminal abuse of office charges,…

Published: 14 Oct 2024 at 08:12hrs | 260 | by Staff reporter

Harare man up for US$42,000 theft

Morgan Muwodzeri, a 54-year-old resident, appeared before Harare magistrate Patricia Kamwana last week, facing multiple theft charges involving a total of US$42,900. Muwodzeri was released on US$250 bail and instructed to remain at his cur…

Published: 16 Sep 2024 at 08:17hrs | 553 | by Staff reporter

Judge dismisses 2 more charges against Donald Trump

A court in Georgia has dismissed two of the 10 criminal charges against Donald Trump and one other charge against his allies for alleged attempts to interfere in the 2020 presidential election.Fulton County Judge Scott McAfee ruled on Thur…

Published: 13 Sep 2024 at 17:30hrs | 705 | by Staff reporter

State withdraws charges against Zanu-PF bigwig

The State withdrew charges against prominent Mutare businessman and Zanu-PF bigwig Isau Mupfumi yesterday due to insufficient evidence connecting him to recent violent clashes in Mutare's central business district.Mupfumi was arrested in M…

Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 16:25hrs | 4657 | by Staff reporter

RBZ scraps bank charges for low-cost accounts

IN a move meant to encourage a culture of banking, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has announced the scrapping of bank charges for low-cost accounts.Presenting his first Monetary Policy Statement on Friday the RBZ Governor, Dr John Mash…

Published: 07 Apr 2024 at 10:06hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Ostallos Siziva to sue State

Ostallos Siziva, Deputy Spokesperson for the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), has announced intentions to pursue legal action against the State after being acquitted of charges related to tearing Zanu-PF campaign posters and inciting v…

Published: 06 Dec 2023 at 05:08hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

SADC countries except South Africa scrap roaming charges

Mobile users in Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana will no longer be charged extra when they cross borders. The initiative in the four Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries is part of a move to create a One Network Are…

Published: 16 Jun 2023 at 17:43hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Sikhala troubles mount

Jailed Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) legislator Job Sikhala's troubles continue to mount after the politician has been slapped with fresh criminal charge involving alleged violence.The state has charged Sikhala with disorderly conduc…

Published: 20 Apr 2023 at 16:42hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Murder charges for killer dog owners

A COMMUNITY in Southview Park, Harare, is living in mortal fear of vicious dogs belonging to a family that recently moved into the neighbourhood. Some, if not most, properties in the suburb are not gated, which makes the residents vulnerab…

Published: 12 Feb 2023 at 07:34hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's nephews in court on robbery, gun charges

Two nephews of President Emmerson Mnangagwa appeared in court on Saturday charged with conspiracy to commit armed robbery and possession of illegal firearms.Tawanda Munangagwa, 36, a squadron leader in the Air Force of Zimbabwe at Manyame,…

Published: 17 Apr 2022 at 09:17hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

Harare man face US$130 000 robbery charges

A-HARARE man has been arraigned before the courts over US$130 000 robbery charges.Munyaradzi Keegen Chimbarami on Monday appeared before Mbare Magistrate Nyasha Vhitorini who remanded him to March 4, 2022 for routine remand.Allegations are…

Published: 23 Feb 2022 at 05:44hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Govt gazettes Harare's new burial, water charges

LOCAL Government minister July Moyo yesterday gazetted new fees for burial space in Harare while also announcing a massive hike in water charges and refuse collection fees for the capital.The latest increases, coming at a time businesses a…

Published: 13 Mar 2021 at 06:44hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

EcoCash to hike transaction charges in January

THE country's largest mobile money platform, Ecocash, says it would adjust its transaction charges by up to 20 percent starting next month citing the need to cover rising operating costs.The charges were last reviewed in March with the lat…

Published: 17 Dec 2020 at 17:44hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Sikhala faces more pending cases

MDC-Alliance national vice chairperson Job Sikhala has two other pending cases under investigation at St Mary's Police Station, for assault and for contravening the Urban Council's Act, Harare Magistrates Court heard yesterday during a bai…

Published: 01 Sep 2020 at 06:20hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Guvamombe cleared on fresh charges

Suspended chief magistrate Mishrod Guvamombe has been cleared of any wrongdoing regarding charges that he allegedly influenced a subordinate to recuse himself in a matter he had interest in. The offence was allegedly committed sometime in …

Published: 04 Feb 2019 at 22:59hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Guvamombe rearrested on fresh charges

Suspended Chief Magistrate Mishrod Guvamombe was rearrested on fresh charges of criminal abuse of office as a public office holder and appeared before Mr Mirgen Nemadire who released him on bail.He was ordered to report thrice a week to th…

Published: 01 Feb 2019 at 20:09hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police lay fresh charges on 7 Chinese nationals

POLICE have opened fresh charges of money laundering and theft of a motor vehicle against seven Chinese nationals who are being accused of possessing more than 20kg of rhino horn pieces with a combined value of close to $1 million. Zeng De…

Published: 04 Jan 2019 at 09:18hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's mobile data charges second highest in Africa - report

Zimbabwe has the second most expensive mobile data in sub-Saharan Africa after Equatorial Guinea at $25 for one gigabyte, a technology report released last week has shown.Despite the spread of mobile phones and Internet connectivity across…

Published: 18 Sep 2018 at 07:41hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Highlanders hike charges

HIGHLANDERS FC have hiked charges for their blockbuster tie against Dynamos at Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday with the cheapest ticket (Rest of the Ground) going for $5 up from $3. Wings will cost $10 up from $5 while the VIP section will…

Published: 06 Sep 2018 at 06:38hrs | 285 | by Staff reporter

16-year-old drops sexual abuse charges against stepdad

A 16-YEAR-OLD Bulawayo girl was on Tuesday allowed to drop sexual abuse charges against her step- father (43) after saying he is the family's breadwinner.The girl from Sidojiwe Flats who cannot be named for ethical reasons successfully wit…

Published: 22 Sep 2017 at 06:21hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Rugare Gumbo faces fraud charges

Former Cabinet minister Rugare Gumbo made a surprise appearance at the Harare Magistrates' Courts yesterday, amid accusations that he swindled an agricultural equipment dealer $27 000 through a botched sale of a combined harvester.The frai…

Published: 13 Sep 2017 at 15:16hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Reduction of charges on electronic transactions welcome

The reduction of charges on electronic transactions to the friendly and economic levels is a welcome development which demands the conformity of all stakeholders. This is a functional strategy of ensuring that the current cash crisis is co…

Published: 15 Jun 2016 at 14:50hrs | | by Sparkleford Masiyambiri

70 Zim doctors face negligence charges

Seventy doctors at various health centres countrywide allegedly displayed negligence and incompetence, which, in some instances, led to patients suffering life-threatening complications.One doctor's practising licence has since been cancel…

Published: 05 Oct 2014 at 08:46hrs | 3 | by Itai Mazire

Denmark based girlfriend drops theft charges against Zanu-PF man

ZANU-PF Bulawayo youth league member Fundisani Dewa (31) had theft charges involving $6,500 and a laptop worth $800 withdrawn against him by his Denmark-based girlfriend who filed an affidavit to withdraw the charges, the Radio dialogue re…

Published: 25 Aug 2014 at 14:37hrs | 4 | by Staff Reporter

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