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“It’s not true,” Sulumani Chimbetu denies making advances on Grace MugabeHARARE – Orchestra Dendera Kings leader Suluman...
06/08/2025

“It’s not true,” Sulumani Chimbetu denies making advances on Grace Mugabe

HARARE – Orchestra Dendera Kings leader Sulumani Chimbetu has denied making any advances on Zimbabwe’s former first lady, Grace Mugabe, describing reports that he had done so recently as a social media fabrication.

According to unconfirmed social media reports, Sulumani, the son of Dendera music legend Simon Chimbetu, ran into the former first lady during an excursion in Mazowe and immediately professed his desire to get into a relationship with her.

Grace reportedly did not take kindly to his advances and reported him to law enforcement authorities for harassment.

The musician is said to have been subsequently detained following the fiasco. According to the reports, charges against the musician were eventually dropped by the former first lady, leading to his release.

In an interview with ZimLive, Sulumani said the reports were a social media fabrication grounded in fiction.

“I’m just seeing the messages and posts going viral about the allegations. It’s not true. Nothing of that sort has ever happened, and these are just people trying to create content in a bad way,” he said.

Police are yet to offer any comment on the supposed arrest of the musician, while the former first lady has also not yet commented.

Sulumani is married to Linda Samuriwo, to whom he tied the knot in a glitzy ceremony at Zimbali Gardens in 2016.

The musician was previously married to Marigold Mutemasango before he got hitched for a second time.

“I suspect someone is benefitting from his illness” … Zakaria’s close relatives under fireHARARE – Close relatives of ve...
06/08/2025

“I suspect someone is benefitting from his illness” … Zakaria’s close relatives under fire

HARARE – Close relatives of veteran musician Nicholas “Madzibaba” Zakaria have come under fire, with accusations that they may be exaggerating his ill health for financial gain.

Zakaria, who has been battling diabetes, hypertension, and muscle cramps, has reportedly been forced to cancel performances in recent months due to his condition.

The ailment, first disclosed by his wife last year, appears to have worsened, leaving his household struggling to make ends meet.

However, a prominent medical practitioner who spoke to H-Metro questioned the narrative being pushed by Zakaria’s family, particularly on social media.

“If his condition is still at stage one, he needs around US$30 to US$40 per month for his medication, an amount that his family should easily be able to raise,” the doctor said.

“If the condition has progressed to more advanced stages, the cost might rise to between US$70 and US$100 per month. He can also access free treatment at local clinics, especially considering his age.”

The doctor suggested that Zakaria and his family need to be transparent about the true state of his health.

“If he had been receiving consistent treatment, this condition would still be manageable. Instead, we keep seeing him paraded online in ways that elicit public sympathy, which raises concerns.”

“Madzibaba must approach this matter seriously—his health is at stake, and this is a life-or-death issue,” the practitioner stressed.

“He needs to clarify his treatment plan and follow medical advice consistently. Diabetes and hypertension are not new; many live with these conditions when treated properly.”

The medical professional also expressed concern over how the appeals on Zakaria’s behalf make him appear destitute.

“It’s unfortunate that Madzibaba is unwell, but the level of public begging is alarming. Some of the requests being made on his behalf portray him as impoverished, yet we know the family is capable of helping him before going public.”

“I suspect someone is profiting from this illness. There is a pattern of behaviour that needs to be addressed. The family must come together to restore dignity to the situation and avoid further public embarrassment.” - NehandaRadio

Minnie Dlamini sues podcaster MacG for R2,5m after private parts commentsSouth African media personality Minnie Dlamini ...
06/08/2025

Minnie Dlamini sues podcaster MacG for R2,5m after private parts comments

South African media personality Minnie Dlamini is demanding R2.5 million in damages from controversial podcaster MacG, following derogatory remarks made about her on his Podcast and Chill show.

In legal papers filed last week, Dlamini claims the podcaster, real name MacGyver Mukwevho, and his co-host Sol Phenduka defamed her and promoted misogyny through a series of episodes aired between 2021 and 2022.

The pair allegedly suggested that Dlamini’s romantic relationships failed due to issues with her ge***al hygiene and accused her of leveraging s*xual favours for professional gain.

The claims sparked outrage across social media and drew criticism from gender activists and some government officials, with renewed calls to regulate digital content platforms like podcasts.

Dlamini is seeking R1 million in personal damages and wants an additional R1.5 million donated to a women’s organisation of her choice. She has also rejected the public apology issued by MacG.

In her court affidavit, Dlamini accuses the podcasters of creating a culture of hate and dehumanisation of women, pointing to an earlier episode from December 2021 that featured rapper and Uyajola 99 host Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye.

She criticised the hosts for repeatedly using the term “smashing” to refer to s*xual acts, arguing that such language promotes a dangerous mindset in a country grappling with high rates of gender-based violence.

Dlamini said a subsequent February 2022 episode targeted the breakdown of her marriage, accusing her of marrying for money and being unfaithful. She believes this episode was retaliation for her criticism of their prior s*xist comments.

“Their statements stereotype women like me as gold diggers and suggest we are unfaithful when richer men come along,” she said. “This was an attempt to shame me into silence.”

In yet another episode aired on May 12, 2022, the duo allegedly linked her to businessman Edwin Sodi’s so-called “hit list” of women he had slept with, describing female celebrities as “premium stock” and likening them to disposable objects.

“They accused me, falsely, of cheating on my husband and portrayed me as a prostitute—one of the oldest and most degrading archetypes used against women,” Dlamini added.

Chinese Businesswoman in Court Over Alleged US$880k Money Laundering Scandal A Chinese national appeared in court accuse...
04/08/2025

Chinese Businesswoman in Court Over Alleged US$880k Money Laundering Scandal

A Chinese national appeared in court accused of externalizing US$880,000 to China.

Sun Limin (52) has been charged with two offences making an unauthorised payment or incurring an obligation to make a payment outside Zimbabwe without the necessary authorization from the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe, and money laundering.

She appeared before Harare magistrate Donald Ndirowei. The matter was remanded to 2 September 2025.

Sometime during the period from January 2024 to July 2025, Limin hatched a plan to engage in cash externalization.

In pursuant to her plan, she used informal money transfer systems to purchase goods from China without authority from the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe.

The purchased goods would find their way into the country through the Forbes Boarder Post. Detectives picked information and approached the accused at her workplace and managed to recover bills of entry indicating that goods were entering into the country from China.

By using foreign accounts to purchase goods in China which she imported through a formal channel accused concealed or disguised the true nature or source, location or disposition of cash knowing or suspecting that such cash was proceeds of crime thereby contravening the provisions of the Money Laundering and Proceeds of Crime Act

Limin made transfers of a total of US$880 000-00 to China and nothing was recovered.

Chitungwiza Man Ordered to Vacate Commercial Property Over Two Years of Unpaid Rent The Chitungwiza Magistrates’ Court h...
04/08/2025

Chitungwiza Man Ordered to Vacate Commercial Property Over Two Years of Unpaid Rent

The Chitungwiza Magistrates’ Court has ordered a Chitungwiza man to vacate a commercial property he had occupied rent-free for two years.

In 2023, Ms. Resika Mapfinya leased the property at Stand 119 & 120 Manyame Rural District, Home Industry, Seke, Chitungwiza to Reverend Musiyiwa Nyandoro.

According to court papers, he has not paid any rent since taking occupation of the premises.

Instead of paying rent, Nyandoro used the property to build what Ms. Mapfinya’s lawyer called a “state-of-the-art surgery.”

During the trial, Reverend Nyandoro informed the court that he planned to begin paying rent only after completing construction of the surgery and meeting the standards of the Health Professions Authority of Zimbabwe. He further stated that even if it took him 40 years to meet those standards, he would still not pay rent.

In a judgment handed down on Friday, Magistrate Mangwiro ruled that Reverend Nyandoro’s behavior was “unreasonable and unacceptable,” emphasising that leasing a commercial property comes with clear responsibilities and that one cannot develop and occupy a space for years without paying rent.

The court ordered Reverend Nyandoro to vacate the premises, pay arrear rentals, and also pay holding over damages for the time he overstayed after the lease had effectively been breached.

Ms. Resika Mapfinya, the property owner, was represented in court by her lawyer, Mr. Scott Mamimine.

"We Don’t Work with Minors" S*x Workers’ Rights Group Condemns Child Exploitation in Harare A local organisation advocat...
04/08/2025

"We Don’t Work with Minors" S*x Workers’ Rights Group Condemns Child Exploitation in Harare

A local organisation advocating for the rights of adult s*x workers has issued a firm denunciation of child s*xual exploitation, distancing itself from growing concerns over minors reportedly being abused in Harare’s nightlife scene.

Spring of Life Zimbabwe (SLZ) a group focused on promoting s*xual reproductive health, safety and economic empowerment for adult s*x workers, released a statement on Friday in response to disturbing reports involving street children and underage girls accessing nightclubs.

“We do not represent or work with minors,” said Precious Msindo, Programme Coordinator of SLZ, in a written response.

“Our focus is exclusively on advocating for the rights and safety of adult s*x workers. Child prostitution and paedophilia are criminal acts of exploitation and abuse, and we unequivocally condemn them,” she added.

The statement came after concerned citizen Itai Maziire circulated images and reports suggesting young girls some believed to be underage were being s*xually exploited in various Harare nightclubs.

SLZ stressed that such cases fall entirely outside its scope, underscoring that crimes against children are prosecutable under several laws, including the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act, the Children’s Act, and the Trafficking in Persons Act.

While clarifying that it is not an enforcement body, the organisation said it reports suspected violations to authorities.

“We are not a law enforcement body. We do, however, report such cases and non-compliance to the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) and relevant authorities when we become aware of them,” reads part of the statement.

In addition, SLZ called on entertainment venues to adhere to age restrictions by prominently displaying “No Under 18” signage and complying with the Harmful Liquids Act and Liquor Act, which prohibit alcohol sales to minors.

The group said it is committed to referring underage victims to relevant child protection services and stands ready to collaborate with mandated agencies to ensure the safety and rights of vulnerable children are upheld.

Hero Train Driver Hurls Water Bottle To Save Woman Wearing Earphones On Tracks A 23-year-old woman narrowly escaped deat...
03/08/2025

Hero Train Driver Hurls Water Bottle To Save Woman Wearing Earphones On Tracks

A 23-year-old woman narrowly escaped death on Wednesday after a National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) train clipped her while she was walking along the tracks wearing earphones.

In a statement issued on Sunday, the NRZ said Lisa Shumba was walking on the railway line in Mutare when an approaching train sounded its horn to warn her. However, she failed to hear it due to the earphones she had on.

The train’s engineman threw a water bottle at her, which landed in front of her and startled her into turning around. Realising the train was nearly upon her, Shumba jumped off the tracks but was struck on the side as she moved.

She suffered bruises to her knees and was rushed to hospital for treatment. She was later discharged.

NRZ commended the engineman for his presence of mind, describing his action as heroic. The rail operator said his quick thinking most likely saved the woman’s life. The NRZ said:

The heroic act by the engineman saved her life since the earphones had prevented her from hearing locomotive’s warning horn.

We salute the engineman and appeal to members of the public to avoid walking on the railway lines, especially when putting on earphones.

Mourners, Including Priest and Parishioners, Beaten Up By Deceased’s Relative At Lower Gweru Burial A burial ceremony in...
03/08/2025

Mourners, Including Priest and Parishioners, Beaten Up By Deceased’s Relative At Lower Gweru Burial

A burial ceremony in Lower Gweru was disrupted on Thursday after a relative of the deceased turned violent and attacked mourners, including the priest and parishioners, forcing the suspension of the proceedings.

The incident occurred around midday in Njobela Village , under Chief Chisadza in the Mangwande area. The violent relative, identified as Edwin Moyo, reportedly became aggressive during the ceremony and began assaulting those in attendance using a shovel.

As chaos ensued, mourners were forced to abandon the funeral. The body of the deceased remained partially buried for several hours while Moyo remained at the gravesite, reportedly still armed and agitated.

Later in the day, neighbours and relatives regrouped and quietly completed the burial once Moyo had left the area.

Police at Maboleni Police Station confirmed on Friday evening that they are investigating the matter, adding that Moyo is currently on the run.

Preliminary reports suggest he was under the influence of drugs at the time of the incident.

Headman Job Njobela Moyo, who oversees the area, said the community was left shaken.

He confirmed that some mourners were injured during the altercation and that the case has been reported to both the police and Chief Chisadza. Said Moyo:

It’s a shock, we have never come across such an incident, where a burial is abandoned while the body is being lowered into the grave.

I was forced to also run for dear life on the day as the guy went violent, attacking everyone, including a man of the cloth who was presiding over the burial.

Headman Njobela said Moyo lost his cool after the family went ahead with the burial, despite an earlier agreement to put it on hold until questions surrounding the death had been fully addressed. He said:

The deceased, Milton Mpala’s death, was as a result of murder and I think the relatives had previously agreed to have the matter resolved first before they could arrange a burial, so there were fissures within the bereaved family from the funeral wake until the burial.

Headman Njobela said Moyo even threw himself into the grave at one point, insisting he should be buried alongside Mpala. But after climbing out, he turned violent and started attacking mourners. He said:

He looked drunk and intoxicated and started beating up everyone before he grabbed a shovel and started attacking the mourners at random.

The scene turned chaotic and I ordered mourners to abandon the burial as we all ran for dear life.

Headman Njobela said he’s summoned the bereaved family for a disciplinary hearing on Sunday, saying they’ll have to answer for failing to control their relative, a lapse that led to the burial being abandoned.- SundayNews

Unlicenced Driver On Joyride In "Stolen" Vehicle Kills Newspaper Delivery Rider In Bulawayo A Zimpapers delivery driver,...
03/08/2025

Unlicenced Driver On Joyride In "Stolen" Vehicle Kills Newspaper Delivery Rider In Bulawayo

A Zimpapers delivery driver, Silas Bhunu, lost his life in the early hours of Sunday after his motorbike was hit by a car driven by an unlicenced driver in Nguboyenja, Bulawayo.

Bhunu was on duty, delivering newspapers when the accident occurred. He died at the scene.

Police have arrested 20-year-old Melusi Nkomo and 19-year-old Shelton Dube, both from Nkulumane, in connection with the crash.

The pair is facing charges of culpable homicide, driving without a licence, and driving a vehicle without the owner’s consent.

Bulawayo Provincial Police Spokesperson Inspector Nomalanga Msebele confirmed the arrests to the Chronicle, and said the two will appear in court soon. She said:

Police confirm a fatal accident that occurred along Luveve Road in Nguboyenja where Silas Bhunu, a male adult aged 43 years of Mzilikazi, died on the spot.

Circumstances are that Melusi Nkomo and his accomplice Shelton Dube aged 19 years of Nkulumane 12 connived with the security guard on duty at a local garage where they are both employed to drive out a white Toyota Hilux GD6 without the owner’s consent for a joyride with their friends.

Nkomo, who was driving car, with eight passengers, encroached into an oncoming lane and hit a motorcyclist.

The vehicle lost control and further hit an electricity pole.

The suspects and their friends fled from the scene leaving four passengers in the vehicle.

Investigations were done leading to the arrest of the accused persons. The body was taken to United Bulawayo Hospitals mortuary for postmortem.

Chipinge Man Sentenced To 16 Months For Savagely Assaulting 60-Year-Old Mother A 35-year-old man from Makiwa Village und...
02/08/2025

Chipinge Man Sentenced To 16 Months For Savagely Assaulting 60-Year-Old Mother

A 35-year-old man from Makiwa Village under Chief Garahwa in Chipinge has been convicted of domestic violence after physically assaulting his 60-year-old mother during a heated family dispute.

The incident occurred on the night of 20 July 2025 at around 10 PM, when the man returned home and confronted a relative over household matters. As tensions escalated, the victim tried to intervene and defuse the situation, but her son turned violent.

According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the man punched his mother in the face and head before striking her legs with a wooden log.

She sustained visible injuries and later underwent medical examination.

The matter was promptly reported to the police and investigated.

The Chipinge Magistrates’ Court sentenced the offender to 16 months’ imprisonment, wholly suspended on the condition that he performs 420 hours of community service.

CHEVRONS DIG DEEP! Batting fightback hopes rest on day three heroes ZIMBABWE are staring down the barrel but not backing...
01/08/2025

CHEVRONS DIG DEEP! Batting fightback hopes rest on day three heroes

ZIMBABWE are staring down the barrel but not backing down.

After a gutsy bowling display on day two, the Chevrons will be banking on grit and patience with the bat when they resume their first Test clash against New Zealand this morning at Queens Sports Club.

They head into day three trailing by 127 runs and in a delicate position at 31 for 2, having lost both openers late on Wednesday.

Ben Curran fell for 11 while Brian Bennett was dismissed for 18, both undone by some fine seam bowling from Matt Henry and Will O’Rourke.

Now, the burden rests on Nick Welch, who resumes on two not out off 18 balls, and nightwatchman Vincent Masekesa, yet to score after facing 13 deliveries.

The pair will need to steady the innings and absorb early pressure from the Blackcaps pace attack.

After dismissing New Zealand for 230 in their first innings, Zimbabwe will need to bat big to stand any chance of forcing a result.

The home side’s bowlers had put in a spirited effort to stay in the contest, with Tanaka Chivanga and Blessing Muzarabani leading the charge and earning praise for their discipline and bounce control.

But it’s the batters who now have to deliver.

Chevrons captain Craig Ervine has already stressed the importance of his team avoiding the passive approach that cost them against South Africa earlier this year.

“Sometimes we went into a shell a little bit against South Africa,” said Ervine. “This time, we want a different mindset — be positive, score runs, and get into the game.”

Queens Sports Club will once again be the theatre of hope as fans look to the middle order to produce something special.

With Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, and Tafadzwa Tsiga still to come, the Chevrons have enough firepower to mount a comeback — but only if the top order can weather the early storm.

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