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Judge raises alarm over makorokoza violence

A High Court judge has raised alarm over escalating killings and violent crimes linked to illegal mining, warning that lawlessness in gold-rich areas now poses

Published: 7 hrs ago | 149 | by Staff reporter

PSL warns of tough action as stadium violence escalates

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has raised alarm over rising incidents of violence at domestic football matches, warning that it will impose tough sanctions on offenders to protect the integrity of the game.In a statement, PSL spokesperson…

Published: 20 Aug 2025 at 09:10hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter

'South African govt complicit in xenophobic violence'

Zimbabwean human rights activist Duke Maplanka Atterbell has accused the South African government of systemic discrimination against foreign nationals, particularly Zimbabweans, and of failing to address rising xenophobic violence and excl…

Published: 29 Jul 2025 at 09:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Man (48) axes wife (68)

A 63-year-old woman is battling for life at Bindura Hospital after she was axed twice by her husband during a domestic dispute.Stembeni Nego has since filed a police report, and her husband, Fobs Berejena, has since been arrested.Mashonala…

Published: 14 Jul 2025 at 16:36hrs | 1443 | by Simbarashe Sithole In Bindura

Zanu-PF violence changed man's life forever

He was an energetic man, running his own life and fending for his family. He loved and embraced the supposed freedom brought by the country's liberators hence multi-partyism was just one of those fruits of independence.Takaendesa Chisese j…

Published: 04 Jul 2025 at 11:04hrs | 533 | by Matthew Takaona

Man up for domestic violence, impersonating a cop

Brian Seke, 34, from Sakubva, appeared before Mutare magistrate Ms. Perseverance Makala on charges of domestic violence, impersonating a police officer, and malicious damage to property. He was sentenced to four months in jail, with two mo…

Published: 28 May 2025 at 10:41hrs | 88 | by Staff reporter

Businessman arrested for inciting violence

Nightclub owner Blessing "Boss JB" Charakupa was arrested on Tuesday in connection with a violent incident stemming from a long-running land dispute in Houghton Park, Harare.Charakupa, 35, who owns the popular Club Zone in Machipisa, was t…

Published: 24 Apr 2025 at 07:14hrs | 381 | by Staff reporter

Filabusi residents alarmed by surge in crimes linked to foreigners

Residents of Filabusi are expressing mounting concern over the alarming rise in criminal activities linked to illegal gold mining in the area, with reports of rape, murder, land degradation, and other forms of social disruption escalating …

Published: 25 Feb 2025 at 16:48hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chaos at Mazowe mine

The situation at Mazowe Jumbo Mine is complex and marred by corruption, violence, and illegal activities. At the center of the controversy is a man named Knowledge Rutavi, who claims to be a representative of former employees but has been …

Published: 24 Nov 2024 at 17:22hrs | 1235 | by Jumbo resident

Zimbabweans living in fear amid Mozambique's post-election violence

Zimbabweans living along the border with Mozambique are growing increasingly fearful as post-election violence continues to spread across the neighboring country. Protests have erupted following Mozambique's October 9 elections, which saw …

Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 11:18hrs | | by Staff reporter

Drunk wife kills hubby

People of Muzarabani were saddened by a suspected mentally ill wife who fatally struck her sick husband in a beer dispute.Martha Mushawemhuka (44) of Madoka village in Muzarabani allegedly murdered her husband Jethro Mudhakwa (56) in a dom…

Published: 16 Oct 2024 at 12:34hrs | 1483 | by Simbarashe Sithole

ZANU PF MP sets thugs on Youth coordinator

Dirty politics continue to rock Buhera South as their legislator Ngonidzane Mudekunye is being accused of sending thugs to attack ward 27 youth coordinator on Heroes day.The coordinator Stanley Munhopo who is employed by the Ministry of Yo…

Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 11:46hrs | 778 | by Paul Ndou

British Govt shows the world how to deal with rioters

It's, unfortunately, depressingly familiar. Violence has broken out in the United Kingdom led by loosely organised thugs driven by fake news and hate speech on social media that was made acceptable by legal, if unpleasant political speech,…

Published: 08 Aug 2024 at 07:46hrs | 678 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police in violent crackdown against CCC

Police in Harare engaged in a violent crackdown on Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) party activists gathered at leader Jameson Timba's residence on Sunday. The police accused them of holding an illegal meeting, resulting in over 20 peop…

Published: 18 Jun 2024 at 06:57hrs | 36 | by Staff reporter

FRANCESCO MARCONATI FILES: Unveiling the dark trail of violence and plunder at Queens Mine

Francesco Marconati, a self-styled Italian Mafia boss, has become a notorious name associated with Queens Mine, where his malevolent actions have left an indelible mark on the lives of those who have crossed his path.In September 2020, a c…

Published: 07 Mar 2024 at 11:45hrs | 23 | by George Tshuma

Violence against women serious breach of human rights

Media Institute for Southern Africa has said violence against women is the most pervasive breach of human rights worldwide which is being worsened by targeting and attacking women including female journalists who are vocal online."As the w…

Published: 26 Nov 2023 at 10:46hrs | 12 | by Stephen Jakes

Chamisa ally not on the list of people arrested over Bosso - Dembare violence

CITIZENS Coalition for Change (CCC) deputy spokesperson and legislator, Gift Ostallos Siziva is not on the list of people arrested in Bulawayo facing charges of inciting violence during the Highlanders versus Dynamos match at Barbourfields…

Published: 14 Sep 2023 at 10:44hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chamisa party spokesperson arrested over Bosso - Dembare violence?

Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) deputy spokesperson and legislator, Gift Ostallos Siziba, was arrested in Bulawayo on Wednesday on charges of inciting violence. Siziba has since been released and is scheduled to appear in court on Frid…

Published: 14 Sep 2023 at 06:41hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

In the face of denialism, candidates must accept the people's voice

In any thriving democracy, a foundational tenet remains undisputed: for the electoral process to truly reflect the will of the people, the outcome â€“ be it victory or defeat â€“ must be accepted with grace and dignity.In recent years, ele…

Published: 22 Aug 2023 at 06:20hrs | 1 | by Innocent Mujeri

19 police recruits arrested for public violence in Harare

POLICE in Zimbabwe have said 19 recruits were arrested for a spate of violence that rocked Harare on Friday evening.In a statement, National Police Spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the 19 will face the full wrath of the…

Published: 19 Aug 2023 at 16:19hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa either instigates violence behind the scenes or is incapable of stopping it

A FEW days ago, I read an alarming statement in a local newspaper which reported that addressing a rally recently, President Emmerson Mnangagwa ordered the police to hunt down suspected Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) activists alleged…

Published: 07 Aug 2023 at 06:41hrs | | by Kennedy Kaitano

Zimbabwe to hold elections under alarming human violations, claims Amnesty International

ZIMBABWE's July 2023 general election will be held under a five-year systematic, brutal crackdown on human rights, restrictions on political opposition gatherings, violent suppression of protests and criminalization of state critics, Amnes…

Published: 26 Jul 2023 at 06:36hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Fresh cases of Zanu-PF terror emerge

A FRESH report by the Zimbabwe Peace Project (ZPP) has unearthed cases of brutal political violence perpetrated by Zanu-PF on opposition supporters in rural areas as the country counts down to the 23 August elections.In its fortnightly rep…

Published: 23 Jul 2023 at 16:10hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF violence victims speak out

Victims of political violence in Midlands yesterday shared harrowing tales of political violence at the hands of Zanu-PF activists.Zanu-PF activists went on the rampage in Kwekwe's Tigereef area and assaulted Citizens Coalition for Change …

Published: 23 Jul 2023 at 08:11hrs | | by Staff reporter

Catholic bishops want Zimbabweans to reject violent candidates

THE Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference (ZCBC), one of the fierce critics of government maladministration during the late former President Robert Mugabe's era, has urged the electorate to vote out merchants of violence in the August 23 ge…

Published: 07 Jul 2023 at 07:42hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF and its history of violence

ZIMBABWE'S ruling party subjugates the country's people so as to rule illegitimately and loot resources with impunity.This looting by individuals in Zanu-PF results in "unequal power and unequal life chances" between the beneficiaries and …

Published: 04 Jul 2023 at 07:06hrs | | by Thandekile Moyo

Violent political candidates don't deserve votes, says Chief Mathema

Aspiring candidates for the upcoming harmonised elections who incite violence do not deserve to be voted into any office, Chief Khulumani Mathema of Gwanda has said.The outspoken traditional leader was addressing a meeting, Saturday, at Si…

Published: 03 Jul 2023 at 16:08hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Turn social media into tools for peace not violence

Technology has always had a big influence on international politics with Franklin D. Rooseveltâ€™s adoption of the radio and John F. Kennedy making the use of television to bridge the communication gaps between politicians and the public t…

Published: 01 Jul 2023 at 19:33hrs | 13 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

History of organised violence, torture in Zimbabwe (1972-2020)

ON Wednesday May 24, 2023, I joined a panel of human rights defenders to reflect on the problem of organised violence and torture in Zimbabwe.This was during the launch of the report A Short History of Organised Violence and Torture in Zim…

Published: 01 Jun 2023 at 06:46hrs | 1 | by Dzikamai Bere

Violence spectre casts shadow over elections

A NEW report by the Research and Advocacy Unit (Rau) has predicted increased organised violence and torture, particularly in urban areas, highlighting the need for more surveillance as the country heads towards the August general election.…

Published: 28 May 2023 at 17:59hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Chamisa claims his party has corrected past mistakes

CITIZENS Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa claims his party has corrected past mistakes to ensure a clean sweep in this year's elections, but Zanu-PF says the opposition leader is day dreaming.President Emmerson Mnangagwa, w…

Published: 15 Jan 2023 at 11:20hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF official vociferously defends Murehwa violence

AN UNIDENTIFIED official, purporting to be a Zanu-PF functionary says the party has declared war on the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) as the ruling party and CCC "trade blows" and counter accusations over the assault of several Murew…

Published: 10 Jan 2023 at 18:25hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa says he's got nothing to hide

In his weekly column in the state-run weekly, President Emmerson Mnangagwa declared that next year Zimbabwe would "hold elections in the full glare of world attention"."We have nothing to hide," he said.The polls are high stakes on numerou…

Published: 18 Oct 2022 at 19:06hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

17 appear in court over Mupedzanhamo violence

SEVENTEEN people yesterday appeared in court charged with public violence that rocked Mupedzanhamo market since Friday. The accused, who were represented by Brighton Sadowera appeared before Harare magistrate Dennis Mangosi.Mangosi remande…

Published: 13 Oct 2022 at 05:59hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police smoke out Mbare violence leaders

POLICE yesterday went door-to-door arresting Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) and Zanu-PF suspects who have since Friday been causing mayhem at Mupedzanhamo flea market  in Mbare, Harare â€” burning rivals' vending stalls and attac…

Published: 11 Oct 2022 at 06:08hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Call for probe into past violence perpetrated by 'Green Bombers'

THE Zimbabwe Human Rights Monitors (ZHRM) has called for an inquest into alleged violations perpetrated by members of the feared National Youth Service (NYS), commonly known as â€˜Green Bombers'.Established under Zanu-PF stalwart, Border G…

Published: 30 Aug 2022 at 06:37hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

'Zimbabwe electoral violence looms'

THE Zimbabwe Peace Project (ZPP) has warned that the country risks sliding into electoral violence similar to the 2008 mayhem which resulted in several opposition activists being killed or had their limbs chopped off.The grisly violence oc…

Published: 09 Jun 2022 at 06:39hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga calls for violence-free polls

ACTING President Dr Constantino Chiwenga has called for violence-free by-elections, saying the ruling Zanu-PF has nothing to do with the cancellation of opposition rallies by police.Addressing thousands of Zanu-PF supporters at Dangamvura …

Published: 14 Mar 2022 at 05:30hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Spike in politically-motivated violence cause for concern

THE Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec) is concerned over cases of politically-motivated violence recently reported in the media and is saddened by the resultant loss of life during a rally held in Kwekwe and extends its deepest condolence…

Published: 05 Mar 2022 at 08:22hrs | 3 | by Justice Priscilla Chigumba, Zec chairperson

Politically-motivated violence a concern

CCC leader Nelson Chamisa chats with some party supporters injured after suspected Zanu-PF youths attacked an opposition rally in Kwekwe yesterdayTHE Election Resource Centre (ERC) notes with grave concern the politically-motivated violenc…

Published: 01 Mar 2022 at 05:37hrs | | by ERC

Mnangagwa condemns 'chicanery' in Zanu PF elections - hypocrite orchestrated wanton violence in national elections

"Irregularities and political chicanery across party structures must be decisively dealt with and expunged from the party," said President Emmerson Mnangagwa. He was referring to the recent Zanu PF elections which were marred by violence a…

Published: 06 Jan 2022 at 23:25hrs | 12 | by Nomusa Garikai

Why is West silent on South Africa violence?

In August 2018, just after Zimbabwe's general elections, the country witnessed some demonstrations that were staged by opposition activists who had lost patience in waiting for the presidential election results.   The impatience …

Published: 15 Jul 2021 at 09:19hrs | 2 | by Mukachana Hanyani

MDC violence a threat to national peace

TIME and again many have inked articles articulating how the MDC-Alliance is wired in violence, with the streak running so deep that removing it simply means an end to the political outfit that was formed to push the whiteman's agenda.That…

Published: 01 Jun 2021 at 08:01hrs | 7 | by Fungi Kwaramba

Zambia hurtling towards contested elections

THERE is something to a name after all, it seems.The late "King Cobra", Michael Sata, broke away from the Movement for Multi-Party Democracy (MMD) and formed his own party, the Patriotic Front (PF), in 2001, after the former thwarted his b…

Published: 30 May 2021 at 08:55hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Intra-party violence rocks Mwonzora party

SEVERAL MDC-T supporters were reportedly injured following intra-party clashes at a senior leader's house in Marlborough, Harare, on Sunday.The Douglas Mwonzora opposition outfit yesterday accused the rival MDC Alliance of fanning the viol…

Published: 11 May 2021 at 06:48hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

Chamisa in domestic violence storm

OPPOSITION leader Nelson Chamisa tried to get the police to drop a domestic violence investigation involving lawyer Advocate Sylvester Hashiti, whose wife Emma made a formal police report of alleged severe domestic assault. On April 9, Adv…

Published: 20 Apr 2021 at 07:21hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

What does it mean searching hymen inside an 18-yr-old daughter's vaginal opening? Hon Priscilla Mishihairabwi-Mushonga I need an

Much as we would like to believe that our societies and families are holier than thou: far from it. We are worse off today, yesterday and a century ago. Violence against women and girl-children is prevalent in this country. We wonder still…

Published: 16 Sep 2020 at 14:17hrs | 2 | by Nomazulu Thata

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