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Court acquits man in alleged Geza-led anti-Mnangagwa protest case

A Harare man has been acquitted of incitement to commit public violence after the court found that prosecutors failed to prove he encouraged others to join an anti-government protest.Sixty-year-old Fidelis Garafa was arrested in November 2…

Published: 27 Apr 2026 at 17:30hrs | 503 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa 2030 bid in bizarre turn

A constitutional battle over President Emmerson Mnangagwa's potential term extension has intensified after Parliament Speaker Jacob Mudenda told the Constitutional Court of Zimbabwe that lawmakers lack the power to halt the controversial p…

Published: 27 Apr 2026 at 15:26hrs | 1742 | by Staff reporter

High Court upholds parental consent law

The High Court has upheld Zimbabwe's requirement that minors must obtain parental or guardian consent before accessing sexual and reproductive health services, in a ruling that highlights the ongoing tension between child protection laws a…

Published: 27 Apr 2026 at 15:16hrs | 151 | by Staff reporter

Court nullifies US$200k mining equipment sale

The High Court has set aside the sale in execution of mining equipment belonging to chrome mining company Lonosphere Investments, ruling that assets worth about US$200,000 were unlawfully disposed of for just US$13,000 by the Messenger of …

Published: 27 Apr 2026 at 15:03hrs | 93 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean farmer takes army officers to court

A Mazowe farmer has approached the High Court seeking urgent legal protection after soldiers allegedly blocked the eviction of settlers occupying her land at Ingleborough Farm, escalating a dispute now set for judicial determination.The ca…

Published: 27 Apr 2026 at 14:13hrs | 359 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe smart traffic system ready for rollout

The Zimbabwean government has completed the development of an automated smart traffic management system capable of detecting road violations in real time, paving the way for a nationwide rollout aimed at improving road safety and reducing …

Published: 25 Apr 2026 at 17:11hrs | | by Staff reporter

Seven in court for plotting protest against CAB3

Seven suspected members of the Movement for Democratic Change – T (MDC-T) have been arrested and brought before the Harare Magistrates' Court for allegedly plotting a protest against the controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (C…

Published: 25 Apr 2026 at 17:10hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mugabe son faces 2 years in SA jail

A South African court has postponed sentencing in the case involving Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, son of the late former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, with prosecutors pushing for direct imprisonment on multiple charges.The Alexandra …

Published: 25 Apr 2026 at 08:10hrs | 1220 | by Staff reporter

Mugabe son paid shooting victim R400k, court told

The Alexandra Magistrate's Court has heard that the youngest son of late former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe and his cousin allegedly paid a shooting victim R250,000 in cash, with a further R150,000 promised, in a bid to keep him qui…

Published: 25 Apr 2026 at 08:06hrs | 1039 | by Staff reporter

School head, wife in the dock

The head of Westridge Primary School and his wife have appeared in court facing fraud charges linked to an alleged unlawful increase of their shareholding in a family-owned company.Thakorbhai Kanjee (73) and Jaya Kanjee (71) are on trial b…

Published: 24 Apr 2026 at 10:29hrs | 327 | by Staff reporter

Chibaya withdraw CAB3 urgent challenge

Former opposition Member of Parliament for Mkoba South, Amos Chibaya, and former student leader Allan Chipoyi have withdrawn their urgent court application challenging Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill after the court ruled the matter re…

Published: 24 Apr 2026 at 10:03hrs | | by Staff reporter

Woman in court after 'chowing' husband's US$7,600

A woman from Chikanga 1 has appeared in court after allegedly spending US$7,600 entrusted to her by her husband for safekeeping.Elizabeth Pembedza (32) was brought before magistrate Honest Musiiwa facing allegations of converting the money…

Published: 24 Apr 2026 at 09:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

High Court rejects A2 farm eviction bid

The High Court of Zimbabwe has dismissed an application to evict alleged occupiers from a farm in Chegutu, ruling that rights under an A2 land offer letter do not automatically transfer to a deceased person's estate.In her judgment, Justic…

Published: 24 Apr 2026 at 09:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chatunga, cousin face D-Day

The plea bargain involving Bellarmine Chatunga, son of late former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, and his cousin Tobias Tamirepi Matonhodze is set for finalisation at the Alexandra Regional Court in Johannesburg, with sentencing and c…

Published: 24 Apr 2026 at 10:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa dragged to court

A rights activist has approached the Constitutional Court seeking to overturn President Emmerson Mnangagwa's decision to reassign Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) chairperson Jessie Majome, arguing that the move was unconstitutional…

Published: 22 Apr 2026 at 11:50hrs | 994 | by Staff reporter

State not ready to prosecute Biti

The trial of former Finance Minister and Constitution Defenders Forum (CDF) Convener Tendai Biti, who is facing charges of holding a public meeting without notifying the regulating authority, has been postponed to May 26, 2026.The matter w…

Published: 21 Apr 2026 at 19:54hrs | 943 | by Staff reporter

High Court halts Umguza evictions

The High Court of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo has ordered a halt to the eviction of more than 60 long-settled occupants in Umguza, Matebeleland North, pending the determination of a rescission application challenging an earlier judgment.In a ruli…

Published: 21 Apr 2026 at 14:02hrs | 663 | by Staff reporter

Zimasco sues miner over alleged chrome theft

Zimasco has taken miner Fidelis Mudzengi to court, seeking US$269 474 in compensation for allegedly extracting chrome ore from its mining claim without authorisation.The matter was heard before High Court of Zimbabwe judge Justice Evangeli…

Published: 21 Apr 2026 at 13:40hrs | 324 | by Staff reporter

Botswana nationals in Zimbabwe court over alleged car theft

Two Botswana nationals have appeared before the Bulawayo Regional Court facing charges of stealing a luxury vehicle from a South African car rental company and allegedly bringing it into Zimbabwe after tampering with its identity.Tumelo Ka…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 17:14hrs | 512 | by Staff reporter

Hubby sues wife's alleged lover, wife sues husband's mistress

An 11-year marriage has descended into a high-stakes legal battle in the High Court of Zimbabwe, where both husband and wife have filed separate adultery lawsuits against alleged lovers, seeking substantial damages.The case, filed under HC…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:28hrs | 1491 | by Staff reporter

Court battle erupts over CAB3 hearings

Zimbabwe's legal system has become the central arena for escalating disputes over the proposed Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill (CAB3), with activists challenging the legitimacy of recent parliamentary public consultations.Former legisl…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:24hrs | | by Staff reporter

Soldiers block High Court eviction in Mazowe farm standoff

An attempted High Court eviction at a disputed farm in Mazowe was brought to a halt after two army colonels allegedly blocked the Sheriff of the High Court from carrying out a court order, leading to an hours-long standoff involving armed …

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 08:13hrs | 1070 | by Staff reporter

Bellarmine Mugabe pleaded guilty to multiple charges in SA

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe and his cousin, Tobias Matonhodze, have pleaded guilty to multiple charges in a South African court, marking a significant development in a case that has drawn regional attention.Mugabe admitted to pointing a fir…

Published: 17 Apr 2026 at 10:10hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chatunga Mugabe returns to court amid bid for deportation

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe is expected back in court on Friday after offering to plead guilty to illegal immigration charges and accept deportation, despite facing more serious criminal allegations.The son of former Zimbabwean president Ro…

Published: 17 Apr 2026 at 08:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Court removes Madhuku, Biti case from urgent roll

The High Court has struck off the urgent roll an application by prominent lawyers Lovemore Madhuku and Tendai Biti, who are suing the police over alleged assaults and interference with private meetings on proposed constitutional amendments…

Published: 17 Apr 2026 at 08:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Man jailed for assault over HIV dispute

A 38-year-old man from Southlea Park has been sentenced to an effective nine months in prison after assaulting his girlfriend following a dispute over his HIV status.The accused, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared before the M…

Published: 16 Apr 2026 at 10:22hrs | | by Staff reporter

Magistrate jailed for criminal abuse of office

A Bulawayo-based magistrate, Evia Matura (47), has been sentenced to 24 months in prison for criminal abuse of office after unlawfully remanding an accused person out of custody in a high-profile fraud case.Matura will serve an effective 1…

Published: 16 Apr 2026 at 10:22hrs | | by Staff reporter

3 arrested over violent robbery

Three men from Emganwini suburb in Bulawayo have appeared in court facing robbery charges after allegedly attacking and robbing a woman on a secluded road.Brendon Goromonzi (22), Sibangani Kula (27) and Brain Mvere (21) appeared before Wes…

Published: 15 Apr 2026 at 08:10hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimra witness testifies against prominent Bulawayo lawyer

A witness from the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority has testified in a case involving prominent Bulawayo lawyer Zibusiso Ncube, who is accused of misappropriating US$26 000 meant for capital gains tax.Ncube appeared before Bulawayo Regional Magi…

Published: 14 Apr 2026 at 20:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

Brothers granted bail in viral doctor assault case

Two brothers accused of assaulting a medical doctor in a widely circulated viral video have been granted bail by a Bulawayo court.Prince Mugwagwa and his brother Nigel Mugwagwa appeared before Bulawayo Senior Regional Magistrate Mark Dzira…

Published: 14 Apr 2026 at 20:00hrs | 610 | by Staff reporter

UK-based director in US$22k Mazoe orange crush theft

A 33-year-old company director has appeared in court facing theft charges after allegedly orchestrating a scheme that prejudiced Schweppes Zimbabwe of more than US$22 000 worth of Mazoe Orange Crush.The accused, Tatenda Masawi, appeared be…

Published: 13 Apr 2026 at 19:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Court dismisses Ibhetshu Likazulu bid to revive Constitutional case

Pressure group Ibhetshu Likazulu has failed in its attempt to revive a legal challenge against proposed constitutional amendments linked to the tenure of President Emmerson Mnangagwa.The group, led by Mbuso Fuzwayo, had initially withdrawn…

Published: 13 Apr 2026 at 12:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Undocumented Zimbabweans to appear in Bloemfontein court

Several undocumented Zimbabwean nationals are expected to appear before the Bloemfontein Magistrate's Court on Monday following their arrest during ongoing enforcement operations in the Free State.The arrests come after authorities interce…

Published: 13 Apr 2026 at 09:00hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mapfumo challenges SDC election in court

A former school committee chairperson in Masvingo has taken legal action challenging the outcome of a recent School Development Committee (SDC) election at Rujeko Primary School, alleging widespread irregularities and procedural flaws.Pati…

Published: 12 Apr 2026 at 17:41hrs | | 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 | | by Staff reporter

CCC Treasurer-General challenges removal in court

The internal crisis within the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) has deepened after Mbuso Siso filed an urgent application at the Bulawayo High Court contesting his removal from the party's leadership.Siso, who claims to be the legitimat…

Published: 11 Apr 2026 at 21:32hrs | | by Staff reporter

Court halts Johane Masowe exhumation

The High Court has halted the State-sanctioned exhumation of Peter Jack Masedza, popularly known as Johane Masowe, founder of the Gospel of God International church, in a case that has reignited a long-standing dispute over his burial site…

Published: 11 Apr 2026 at 11:25hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chivayo divorce settled, court orders US$5m maintenance

The High Court has brought finality to the high-profile divorce between Harare businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his estranged wife Sonja Louise Madzikanda, issuing a consent order that includes a US$5 million maintenance settlement and a d…

Published: 10 Apr 2026 at 19:41hrs | | by Staff reporter

Banks take Zimra to court

Zimbabwe's banking sector has launched a legal challenge against the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority, intensifying a long-running dispute over the tax treatment of interest expenses that lenders say is hurting profitability and restricting lend…

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

Prosecutors drop charges against doctor in custody dispute

Prosecutors have declined to pursue criminal charges against Muchineripi Kondo, who had been accused of obstructing the course of justice, citing concerns that the case could interfere with ongoing proceedings before the High Court.Dr Kond…

Published: 09 Apr 2026 at 14:07hrs | 444 | by Staff reporter

Child maintenance is not punishment

In our work, we have come across fathers who think they are being punished when the mother of their child demands maintenance and also mothers who vow to "fix him" by demanding shocking figures of support from the father of their child.Mai…

Published: 07 Apr 2026 at 09:09hrs | | by Chinga Govhati

Farmer in court over tobacco contract fraud

A 46-year-old farmer has appeared in court on fraud charges after allegedly misrepresenting the status of his tobacco crop to secure funding worth more than US$51 000.Oosthuizen Jennie Lourence appeared before Harare magistrate Mr Michael …

Published: 07 Apr 2026 at 09:06hrs | | by Staff reporter

Ex-footballers set for insurance, housing relief

Former Footballers and Coaches Association national chairman Balon Chiseko says the organisation is in discussions with Zimnat Life Assurance to secure affordable insurance packages for its members, including funeral cover and medical aid …

Published: 05 Apr 2026 at 22:57hrs | | by Staff reporter

Man in court over 21 stolen bank cards

A Bulawayo man accused of stealing 21 bank cards from unsuspecting members of the public while pretending to assist them withdraw money has appeared in court facing fraud charges.Caleb Murahwa, of Mpopoma suburb, appeared before Bulawayo p…

Published: 05 Apr 2026 at 22:57hrs | | 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 | | by Staff reporter

Extradited US$4m armed robbery suspect denied bail

The Bulawayo High Court has denied bail to Bhekani Milo, an accused in a US$4 million armed robbery case, ruling that he poses a significant flight risk following a lengthy cross-border extradition process.Milo appeared before Justice Evan…

Published: 02 Apr 2026 at 12:04hrs | | by Staff reporter

FBC battles Zimra over US$10m tax dispute

FBC Holdings is locked in a tax dispute with the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority involving an alleged liability of about US$10 million, with the bank expressing confidence it will successfully challenge the assessment in court.The dispute relat…

Published: 02 Apr 2026 at 12:15hrs | | by Staff reporter

Socialite in court for disorderly conduct

Socialite Patricia Jeke appeared in court on disorderly conduct charges after allegedly causing a disturbance at a police station in Harare.Jeke (35) was brought before Harare magistrate Michael Mafukidze and remanded in custody to today f…

Published: 02 Apr 2026 at 12:10hrs | | by Staff reporter

Court orders Huaxin to comply with Zimbabwe police search warrant

The High Court has ordered Huaxin Zimbabwe Industries to comply with a search and seizure warrant obtained by the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) as part of ongoing investigations into alleged money laundering, proceeds of crime, and other …

Published: 01 Apr 2026 at 11:09hrs | | by Staff reporter

Ex-cop in court on theft charges

A former Bulawayo police officer, Tavonga Gwabva, has appeared in court facing allegations of stealing US$173,500 that was intended for the purchase of a commercial property for his ex-wife.Gwabva (41), of Matsheumhlope suburb, appeared be…

Published: 01 Apr 2026 at 11:07hrs | | by Staff reporter

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