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Gauteng police still searching for suspect in murder of Zimbabwean

NINE months after Zimbabwean national Emmanuel Mahamba was allegedly run over multiple times by a Ford Ranger in Sandton and later died, Gauteng police say the suspect remains at large.In response to IOL News enquiries on Friday, police ha…

Published: 21 Dec 2025 at 10:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police release names of 17 people killed in road accidents on 17 December

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has released the names of people who lost their lives in three separate road traffic accidents that occurred on December 17 in Nyamapanda, Ruwa and Nyabira.In a statement issued on Saturday, December 20, …

Published: 21 Dec 2025 at 10:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police launch special tactics troop

In a major move to tackle serious and violent crime, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has launched a dedicated Special Tactics Troop, a rapid-response unit modelled on elite international forces such as South Africa's Special Task Force,…

Published: 20 Dec 2025 at 13:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

UK Police appeal to find wanted Zimbabwean man

UK police have appealed to the public for assistance in locating a 39-year-old Zimbabwean national who is wanted for breaching a court order.Officers are searching for Thinkwell Javangwe, also known as Thinkwall, who is believed to have li…

Published: 19 Dec 2025 at 21:22hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police demand overhaul of driving tests

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has sparked debate after bluntly declaring that most Zimbabwean motorists lack the skills to drive safely at night, prompting calls for a complete overhaul of the country's driving curriculum to include c…

Published: 17 Dec 2025 at 17:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police release image of suspect in Guruve family massacre

Police have released a photograph of a 32-year-old man wanted in connection with the killing of five members of the same family in Guruve, Mashonaland Central, and who is also a suspect in three other murder cases.In a statement issued on …

Published: 17 Dec 2025 at 10:10hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police probe 2 fatal hit and run accidents

Police have appealed to the public for assistance in investigations into two fatal hit-and-run accidents in Harare, as well as reporting juvenile drowning incidents and arrests linked to drug trafficking in Beitbridge.National police spoke…

Published: 17 Dec 2025 at 10:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police warn of heightened crime and road risks as festive season begins

Police in Bulawayo and Matabeleland North have warned the public to exercise heightened caution during the Christmas and New Year period, highlighting increased risks of housebreakings, theft, violent crime, road accidents, and drug-relate…

Published: 17 Dec 2025 at 07:19hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police deny claims of investigation into Mnangagwa adviser

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has dismissed circulating claims that President Emmerson Mnangagwa's adviser, Paul Tungwarara, is under criminal investigation, branding a viral document as fake and warning against the misuse of artifici…

Published: 14 Dec 2025 at 08:50hrs | 770 | by Staff reporter

Police raise alarm over surge in human trafficking cases

Police have raised alarm over a sharp rise in human trafficking cases, warning that increasing numbers of Zimbabweans are being lured abroad with false promises of lucrative employment, only to find themselves trapped in abusive and degrad…

Published: 13 Dec 2025 at 12:53hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police alarmed by surge in fatal beer-related disputes

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has raised alarm over a spike in fatal attacks stemming from petty disputes at beer outlets across the country, warning that minor misunderstandings fuelled by alcohol are increasingly ending in loss of life.Na…

Published: 10 Dec 2025 at 19:32hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZRP dismisses former Assistant Inspector Mandizvidza

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has discharged former Assistant Inspector Simbarashe Mandizvidza following allegations of improper and unbecoming conduct linked to statements he reportedly made in August this year.In a statement, police…

Published: 10 Dec 2025 at 19:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police embrace electronic docket system

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has announced plans to move to an electronic docket management system as part of efforts to curb corruption and enhance efficiency in criminal investigations.Officer Commanding Harare Province, Commission…

Published: 09 Dec 2025 at 06:23hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police warn of rise in 'vuzu' parties

Bulawayo police have issued a stern warning to parents and communities as schools prepare to close for the holidays, cautioning that the festive break may trigger a surge in the notorious "vuzu" parties.These secretive gatherings have long…

Published: 05 Dec 2025 at 07:16hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police deploys body cameras to its officers nationwide

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has begun issuing body-worn cameras to officers across the country as part of efforts to modernise policing and strengthen accountability.The development follows the recent introduction of the Smart Traff…

Published: 04 Dec 2025 at 07:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police chiefs order stop to vehicle impounds by officers

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has clarified that motorists cannot be penalised by having their vehicles impounded for failing to carry reflective jackets, wear seatbelts, or display vehicle triangles.Speaking at a Media Institute of S…

Published: 02 Dec 2025 at 12:40hrs | | by Staff reporter

High Court overturns appointment of Regent Chief Mabhikwa

The Bulawayo High Court has ruled in favour of Mr John Mabhikwa Khumalo in the ongoing Mabhikwa chieftaincy dispute, overturning the appointment of Ms Zanele Khumalo as Regent Chief Mabhikwa.Justice Mposeni Dube delivered the judgment on M…

Published: 27 Nov 2025 at 20:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe mining firms to lose licences in new crackdown

The government is preparing to roll out sweeping reforms that will enforce strict environmental compliance in the mining sector, including a landmark proposal that could see companies stripped of their operating licences for violating envi…

Published: 27 Nov 2025 at 20:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police, producers declare war on counterfeit seed

The Zimbabwe Republic Police, working in partnership with the seed industry, has launched a nationwide crackdown on counterfeit seed as the 2025/26 agricultural season begins, following the discovery of a major scam in Harare's Mbare area …

Published: 27 Nov 2025 at 20:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Drug dealer in hot soup

A 45-year-old Bindura man is behind bars after he was allegedly caught trespassing on a local farm while in possession of dagga.Johannes Mhlanga appeared before magistrate Ruramai Chitumbura, who remanded him in custody to November 25 pend…

Published: 24 Nov 2025 at 06:03hrs | | 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 | | 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 | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police roll out breathalysers, speed cameras

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) will begin deploying breathalysers and speed-trap cameras on major highways this weekend in a significant step aimed at curbing drunk driving and speeding. The development comes ahead of the festive seaso…

Published: 22 Nov 2025 at 13:17hrs | | by Staff reporter

Magaya and wife criticize 'social media investigations'

Lawyers for Prophet Walter Magaya and his wife have criticized the State for allegedly conducting investigations through social media, insisting that their clients are prepared to face trial.Magaya and his wife are facing 13 fraud charges,…

Published: 22 Nov 2025 at 12:42hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police face accommodation crisis

Zimbabwe's police force is grappling with a growing accommodation crisis, with hundreds of officers and their families reportedly living in overcrowded, single-room quarters at stations and camps across the country. In many instances, offi…

Published: 22 Nov 2025 at 12:33hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mushrooming roadblocks trigger public outrage

A surge in police roadblocks on major routes into Harare - particularly along the Harare-Chitungwiza highway - has triggered public outrage and raised alarm wit

Published: 16 Nov 2025 at 10:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Police deployment not targeted at Tendai Biti

Legal representatives for Tendai Biti Law have issued a public statement addressing recent reports of a police presence at the firm's offices in Milton Park, Harare, on 15 November 2025.The law firm, represented by Mr. Jeremiah Bamu, confi…

Published: 15 Nov 2025 at 17:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

ZRP disowns purported Crime Prevention Summit

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has distanced itself from an event being advertised as the "Annual Crime Prevention Summit 2025," scheduled for September 10

Published: 06 Sep 2025 at 19:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Criminals trying to rubbish Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's claims

Contrary to KwaZulu-Natal provincial commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's claim that dockets from the political killings task team were "gathering dust" in

Published: 17 Aug 2025 at 19:31hrs | | by Staff reporter

Church summons police, politicians over drugs menace

The St John Apostolic Church of the Whole World has called on politicians and Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) to intensity fight against drugs and substances abu

Published: 07 Jul 2025 at 09:44hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze in Hwedza

11 cars stolen in single day in Zimbabwe

At least 11 vehicles were stolen in Zimbabwe in a single day, prompting police to issue a warning to motorists over the growing trend of vehicle thefts, some involving cars left unlocked or with keys still in the ignition.Police spokespers…

Published: 18 Jun 2025 at 06:45hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police intensifies manhunt for fugitive cop

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed it is actively pursuing Constable Prince Ndavambi, who is on the run following the death of 30-year-old Blessed Believe Juruvenge from Damafalls, amid mounting public concern and conflicting…

Published: 08 Jun 2025 at 17:06hrs | | by Staff reporter

Before you get harassed by Zimbabwe police

Before you get harassed by the police in Zimbabwe, DID YOU KNOW?1. A traffic offence, including driving without a licence, is NO grounds for you to be jailed, so when/if you walk into that Police Station, make it clear to them that you are…

Published: 08 Jun 2025 at 16:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

Who shall tame the wayward youths?

Teenage delinquency has descended on rural business centers and high school institutions, creating a situation as alarming as it is frightening. Drug snorting, "apprentice" harlotry, and general resistance to sound teachings and virtuous m…

Published: 18 Jan 2025 at 11:17hrs | | by Tondo Thomas Murisa

Zimbabwe police systems are crumbling

I don't know about these days, but one of the most shaming things back in the days was when a learner was sent back home because he or she didn't have a uniform.It was shaming on the learner and shameful for the parents or guardians to hav…

Published: 26 Nov 2023 at 08:43hrs | | by Tawanda Majoni

Losing Zanu-PF parliamentary candidate issued with a arrest, detain memo

A losing Zanu-PF candidate in last August's parliamentary elections is wanted by police for stealing a vehicle.Tafadzwa Chidawa, of Warren Park in Harare, allegedly stole a vehicle from the ZIMRA car yard at Chirundu border post on Septemb…

Published: 06 Nov 2023 at 08:08hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police warn rogue elements

Police have said they are aware of some political activists who want to mobilise people to move into groups in the city centre to cause demonstrations under the

Published: 28 Aug 2023 at 05:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

Those who want to incite violence must be dealt with ruthlessly

TOMORROW all roads lead to different polling stations dotted across the country as Zimbabweans exercise their democratic right to elect men and women who will preside over their governance issues for the next five years. Citizens will elec…

Published: 22 Aug 2023 at 05:23hrs | | by Stafff reporter

'Generals will not salute Chamisa' said Chombo. How carelessly he speaks treason, name them

"Chamisa himself knows he is too small to be saluted by these men of war. These generals are waiting for their turn on the presidency and this can only happen when Zanu PF is in power, so even if Zanu PF loses the election why would they l…

Published: 04 Jan 2023 at 01:02hrs | | by Patrick Guramatunhu

WATCH: Beatrice police accused of obstructing course of justice

Four murder suspects are walking free in Beatrice after police  reportedly dragged their feet in investigations and released the suspects from custody claiming there was no case against them.The four suspects are Blessed Moyo, Tafadzw…

Published: 27 Sep 2022 at 16:18hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu

CCC: A Triple Legacy for Zimbabwe

 Dying for European perspectiveAMUSING if it was not tragic. The European Union, EU, has granted Ukraine candidate status. It's a remote stage along a very long continuum to eventual EU  membership. In effect, it means the EU con…

Published: 18 Jun 2022 at 06:22hrs | | by Jamwanda

Police not acting on cabinet lockdown regulations

Dear Editor, Government efforts to curb the spike in Covid 19 cases is being frustrated by the Zimbabwe Republic police ZRP who are allowing shops and nightclubs to open until 5am the following day.Revellers are found dancing and drinking …

Published: 11 Jan 2022 at 16:26hrs | | by Gugugu Magorira

Zimbabwe must beware of COVID-19 fourth wave

WE note with concern reports that a fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic driven by variants is imminent in Zimbabwe. While we are fully aware of the measures put in place to curb the spread of COVID-19, in particular travel-related contain…

Published: 14 Oct 2021 at 05:24hrs | | by Women's Coalition of Zimbabwe

Brain drain too rampant in the health sector

IN 1963, the first medical school in then Rhodesia was established and was affiliated to the University of Birmingharm. This followed the establishment of University of Rhodesia in 1952, which was funded by grants from the British and Fede…

Published: 14 Oct 2021 at 05:23hrs | | by Johannes Marisa

No leader has enjoyed universal approval

DEAR President Emmerson Mnangagwa.Your Excellency, if ever there was a period in your life that you needed to exercise diligence and foresight, it is now. It is at this moment that you need to be a shrewd reader of human character and be c…

Published: 13 Oct 2021 at 05:13hrs | | by Cyprian M Ndawana

Opposition must remove fear in rural voters

THE 2023 polls, which both Zanu-PF and MDC Alliance desperately need to win, will be determined by the rural vote.With the majority of people generally resident in rural areas, Zanu-PF has developed techniques to retain that vote.Zanu-PF h…

Published: 13 Oct 2021 at 05:13hrs | | by Taneta Fambai

Govt must be serious about devolution

DEVOLUTION means transferring power and authority from central government to lower tiers of government, especially local authorities and provincial councils.The government, despite having said it is implementing devolution, is unwilling to…

Published: 13 Oct 2021 at 05:13hrs | | by Harare Residents Trust

RBZ must keep tight lid on forex auction system

FOR a while the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has been "availing" United States dollars to businesses at a capped auction rate.This means RBZ funds are the cheapest as they are availabled at around $88 versus $190 on the parallel market. …

Published: 13 Oct 2021 at 05:12hrs | | by Ndebele

Cultivate succession culture in Zanu-PF

DEAR President Emmerson Mnangagwa.Your Excellency, your gift of longevity is a demonstration of the generosity God has for you. Given that the average lifespan stands well below half your age, the Almighty smiles merrily at you. Congratula…

Published: 06 Oct 2021 at 04:50hrs | | by Cyprian M Ndawana

Lockdown guards need guarding

Lockdown robbery. That's perhaps the best thing to call it.The setting is a once-famous nightclub off Old Mazowe Road on the outskirts of New Marlborough. The time is 10pm on a Friday evening. Ten or so revellers have formed a ring round a…

Published: 05 Sep 2021 at 06:02hrs | | by Tawanda Majoni

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Man remanded after raping goat and escaping custody

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