This case underscores a growing trend of property-related fraud in Zimbabwe, where scammers target the estates of the deceased. Authorities have reiterated the need for prospective buyers to conduct thorough due diligence and verify ownership records directly with local councils and the Deeds Office before parting with their hard-earned foreign currency.

RUSAPE — A truck driver has faced the full weight of the law following a fatal 2022 collision on the Harare–Mutare highway. Terrence Kambanje (38), a resident of Chitungwiza, was recently convicted of culpable homicide by the Rusape Magistrates Court, resulting in a fine, a suspended prison sentence, and the permanent cancellation of his driver’s licence.

RUSAPE – A 62-year-old apostolic sect evangelist from Makoni has been convicted of sexually abusing a pregnant 17-year-old congregant, in a case that has reignited concerns over abuse of authority within religious communities. The accused, Russia Muradzikwa, appeared before Rusape provincial magistrate Tendai Mahwe, facing a charge of having sexual intercourse with a young person.

HARARE – A 40-year-old salesman with Pacific Tobacco Company was robbed of US$19,530 in a daring daylight heist at Vengere Musika in Rusape, police have confirmed. The incident occurred last Wednesday afternoon at the busy marketplace, raising fresh concerns over security at commercial hubs in Manicaland.

RUSAPE, ZIMBABWE – ZANU PF’s Makoni district has welcomed veteran politician Didymus Mutasa following his appointment to the party’s Council of Elders by President Emmerson Mnangagwa.