HARARE — The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development has suspended the operating licence of all omnibuses owned by Blessing Matimbe following a fatal road accident that claimed three lives and left 10 others seriously injured in Harare last month. Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona announced the immediate suspension on Tuesday after investigations into the 1 June 2026 crash uncovered multiple violations of Zimbabwe's road transport regulations. The accident occurred at the intersection of Willowvale Road and Nyandoro Road, where the omnibus was involved in a crash that killed three people and seriously injured 10 passengers. According to Minister Mhona, investigations established that the omnibus, registration number AGL 0921, was operating without a valid Certificate of Fitness, contrary to Section 7(1)(b)(iv) of the Road Motor Transportation Act. The vehicle was also found to be operating without a valid Route Permit, in violation of Section 12 of the Road Motor Transportation Act. In addition, authorities found that the driver did not meet the regulatory requirements prescribed under the Road Traffic Act and Statutory Instrument 168 of 2006. "Assessment also indicates that the driver of the omnibus was not compliant with the regulatory requirements prescribed under the Road Traffic Act and Statutory Instrument 168 of 2006," Mhona said in a statement. The Commissioner of Road Motor Transportation has suspended, with immediate effect, all omnibuses operated by Blessing Matimbe on routes authorised by the ministry. The suspension will remain in force until the operator implements corrective measures and demonstrates full compliance with all legal and safety requirements. Minister Mhona described the violations as a serious breach of the terms and conditions governing the operator's licence. "The safety of the commuting public should not be compromised," he said. He warned that transport operators who ignore licensing conditions and safety regulations risk losing their operating licences. "Operators who disregard licence conditions, statutory obligations, and safety requirements will face suspension or cancellation of their licences," Mhona said. The latest action comes as authorities intensify efforts to improve road safety and crack down on public transport operators failing to comply with licensing and vehicle fitness requirements. The ministry has urged operators to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy, properly licensed and driven by qualified personnel to reduce accidents on Zimbabwe's roads. Mhona also called on law enforcement agencies to strengthen inspections and enforce compliance with traffic laws to protect passengers and other road users. The suspension serves as a warning to public transport operators that failure to meet statutory safety standards will attract tough regulatory action. Blessing Matimbe bus licence suspended

JOHANNESBURG – South Africa's March and March Movement has announced plans to hold weekly nationwide protests against undocumented immigration for the next six months, following demonstrations that turned violent in parts of Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. Movement leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma made the announcement while addressing supporters in Durban, saying the campaign would continue every Thursday until the government strengthens immigration enforcement and border security. "We will continue mobilising every Thursday until our concerns are addressed," Ngobese-Zuma said, according to The Citizen. She said the movement wants the government to allocate more resources to the Border Management Authority (BMA), arguing that the agency lacks sufficient personnel and equipment to effectively secure South Africa's borders. Ngobese-Zuma also called for a major increase in border officials, suggesting that at least 10,000 officers are needed, alongside stronger border infrastructure, including improved fencing. While demonstrations reportedly began peacefully in many areas, violence later broke out in parts of Johannesburg and KwaZulu-Natal. According to reports, groups of protesters moved through suburbs including Hillbrow, Yeoville and Berea, where incidents of property damage, intimidation and attempts to gain entry into buildings believed to house foreign nationals were reported. Vehicles were set alight in some areas, while belongings of vulnerable residents were allegedly destroyed during the unrest. Elsewhere in Gauteng, demonstrations were reported in Alexandra, Daveyton, Germiston, Cosmo City, Mamelodi and Tembisa, where some foreign-owned businesses temporarily closed following reports of intimidation. There were also allegations that some protesters demanded identification documents from suspected migrants, while others reportedly carried out so-called "citizen's arrests" before handing individuals over to police. South African police deployed heavily across affected areas as unrest spread, with the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) reportedly assisting law enforcement in Kliptown to stabilise the situation. In KwaZulu-Natal, large crowds gathered in Durban and Pietermaritzburg, prompting increased police deployments. Authorities also responded to incidents near a refugee site on Che Guevara Road in Durban, where concerns were raised about the safety of foreign nationals. Police confirmed several arrests during the unrest, including individuals linked to alleged looting of foreign-owned businesses and a woman accused of assaulting police officers during an intervention in Sydenham. South African authorities have repeatedly stressed that while the Constitution protects the right to peaceful protest, criminal acts including assault, intimidation, vandalism and looting will not be tolerated. The announcement of six months of weekly demonstrations is likely to heighten concerns among migrant communities, including thousands of Zimbabweans, Malawians and other foreign nationals living and working in South Africa. Officials have urged residents to remain calm and report any incidents of violence or intimidation to law enforcement agencies. South Africa anti-immigration protests

BEITBRIDGE – A 35-year-old man from Beitbridge has been sentenced to an effective 15 years in prison after raping a woman before falling asleep in her home, giving the victim time to escape and alert neighbours. Adam Sibanda, of Malala Village under Chief Sitaudze, was convicted of rape by the Beitbridge Magistrates' Court. Magistrate Charity Maphosa sentenced Sibanda to 17 years' imprisonment, with two years suspended on condition that he does not commit a similar offence during the specified period, leaving him to serve an effective 15-year jail term. The court heard that the offence occurred on November 21, 2025, when the 48-year-old complainant was alone at her home. Prosecutor Olivia Chamutinya told the court that Sibanda approached the woman's house during rainy weather and asked to be allowed inside. When the complainant refused to open the door, Sibanda allegedly found an unsecured window and forced his way into the house. Realising the intruder had gained entry, the woman unlocked the door and attempted to flee. However, the court heard that Sibanda chased after her, caught her outside the house and dragged her back inside before forcing her onto a bed and raping her. After the assault, Sibanda allegedly fell into a deep sleep while still inside the complainant's bedroom. Taking advantage of the opportunity, the victim quietly escaped from the house and ran to her mother's nearby residence to seek help. The two women returned to the house and found Sibanda still asleep and unclothed. They then alerted members of the community, who gathered outside the house before the accused awoke. The court heard that Sibanda escaped through a window after being awakened by the noise of the crowd. He was later arrested, prosecuted and convicted of rape. In passing sentence, the court took into account the seriousness of the offence and the trauma suffered by the complainant. Authorities continue to encourage survivors of sexual violence to report offences promptly and seek medical, psychological and legal assistance. Beitbridge rape case

MUTOKO – A Bolt Cutter Bus Service conductor has been sentenced to an effective seven months in prison after pleading guilty to assaulting a passenger who demanded a refund after discovering the bus was overcrowded. Ranjisi Andrew Manyati (45), of Mutoko, appeared before Mutoko Magistrate Panashe Matongo facing charges of assault and theft arising from the incident, which occurred at Domborembudzi Business Centre in Murehwa last week. The court heard that Jonathan Nyoni (21) and his friend, Chaseman Chikuti, were travelling to Mutoko after a mushikashika (pirate taxi) driver paid US$20 to the conductor to cover their bus fares, with the balance expected to be refunded. However, after boarding the bus, Nyoni realised there were no available seats and decided not to travel. He requested a refund of his fare. Senior public prosecutor Simbarashe Samanyanga told the court that Manyati refused to return the complainant's money and instead instructed the bus driver to depart. When Nyoni attempted to recover his money before the bus left, the situation turned violent. "The accused refused to refund the complainant's money and instructed the driver to leave. As the complainant attempted to recover his money before the bus departed, the accused repeatedly punched and slapped him before wrestling him to the ground. He then kicked him several times in the face while he was on the ground," Samanyanga told the court. The assault only ended after other members of the bus crew intervened and restrained the conductor. Nyoni later reported the matter to the police before being referred to Musami Hospital for medical examination and treatment. The court heard that Manyati was subsequently arrested and charged with both assault and theft after failing to refund the passenger's money. He pleaded guilty to both charges. Magistrate Matongo sentenced Manyati to nine months' imprisonment, but suspended two months on condition of good behaviour, leaving him to serve an effective seven-month prison sentence. The conviction follows public outrage over a video of the assault that circulated widely on social media, prompting calls for greater accountability within the public transport sector. The case also serves as a reminder to public transport operators and crew members that disputes with passengers should be resolved peacefully and in accordance with the law. Bolt Cutter bus conductor jailed

CAPE TOWN – Hundreds of Zimbabweans who opted to return home through South Africa's voluntary repatriation programme have been left stunned after learning they could be barred from re-entering the country for up to five years because of their immigration status. The revelation has emerged as South African authorities continue assisting foreign nationals who chose to leave the country amid fears of violence linked to planned anti-immigration protests. According to Independent Online (IOL), South Africa's Department of Home Affairs established a temporary processing centre at its Epping office in Cape Town after hundreds of Zimbabwean nationals sought assistance to return home. On Sunday, three buses carrying 231 Zimbabwean nationals departed Cape Town for Beitbridge Border Post, where they were expected to complete immigration formalities before entering Zimbabwe. Many of those leaving reportedly believed they would be able to return to South Africa once tensions had subsided, only to discover that they would be declared "undesirable persons" under South Africa's immigration laws because they had overstayed or were in the country illegally. One returnee, Chrispen Bhebhe, who had worked as a farm labourer in Robertson since 2015, said the news came as a devastating surprise. "I am told they are now banning us for five years, so I do not know how we will come back. There is nothing waiting for us in Zimbabwe. I left because I could not get a job," he told IOL. Bhebhe said he decided to return after growing fears for his family's safety. "We had to leave because we feared for our lives. Everywhere people were telling us to go home and they even went to the farm where we were working." South Africa's Department of Home Affairs said the period for which a person is declared undesirable depends on how long they remained in the country unlawfully before leaving. Department spokesperson Luthando Mavuso said immigration officials were applying existing legal provisions. "All we can do as Home Affairs is declare people undesirable. It is the responsibility of consulates and embassies to issue them with travel documents," he said. He added that officials escort returnees to ensure they complete the necessary immigration procedures before crossing the border. Under South Africa's Immigration Act, foreign nationals who overstay their visas can be declared undesirable for periods ranging from 12 months to five years, depending on the length of the overstay. The growing anxiety has also affected Zimbabweans with valid immigration documents. Bus driver Gibson Nyamukwengu said he joined the repatriation process despite having legal status in South Africa. "I have all my papers and my documents are up to date. I am here because it does not matter to these people whether you are documented or not." The voluntary repatriation programme follows heightened fears among migrant communities ahead of planned anti-immigration demonstrations in parts of South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa and Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia have appealed for calm, stressing that while peaceful protest is protected under the Constitution, violence, intimidation and attacks against foreign nationals will not be tolerated. Humanitarian organisation Gift of the Givers said it has provided meals to around 1,200 people, including 252 children, while temporary shelters have been established at the Epping processing centre. Western Cape Premier Alan Winde also urged residents to reject xenophobic violence, warning that anyone involved in criminal acts during protests would face arrest and prosecution. South African authorities, together with foreign missions, continue facilitating the voluntary return of migrants wishing to leave the country. South Africa re-entry ban Zimbabweans

KAROI – A 47-year-old man from Karoi has shared his painful four-year battle with cancer after losing his penis to the disease, saying his wife and children abandoned him as his condition worsened. Remigio Tom said his ordeal began with what he initially believed was runyoka, a traditional belief in parts of Zimbabwe that a man can be afflicted with illness or misfortune after engaging in an illicit sexual relationship. Believing he had been cursed, Tom said he delayed seeking medical treatment and instead relied on traditional remedies. "If I slept with a married woman, which has caused all this, may the husband forgive me," he said, describing the guilt he carried before receiving a medical diagnosis. According to Tom, his condition continued to deteriorate despite using herbal treatments, prompting him to seek medical attention when the pain became unbearable. Doctors later informed him that he was suffering from advanced cancer, not a traditional curse. The disease progressed aggressively, eventually resulting in the loss of his penis, dramatically changing his quality of life. Tom said the emotional impact of the illness was compounded by the breakdown of his family. He alleges that his wife left him as his health deteriorated and that their four children subsequently followed her, leaving him without immediate family support during his illness. Now unable to care for himself, Tom says he is being looked after by his younger brother, who has assumed the responsibility of providing daily care despite limited financial resources. The family is reportedly struggling to meet the costs associated with his treatment and ongoing care. Health experts have repeatedly urged members of the public to seek prompt medical attention for unusual growths, persistent sores, unexplained swelling or chronic pain affecting any part of the body, noting that early diagnosis significantly improves treatment outcomes for many cancers. Medical professionals also caution against delaying treatment because of assumptions that symptoms are linked to supernatural causes or traditional beliefs, as this can allow diseases to progress to advanced stages. Cancer remains one of Zimbabwe's leading non-communicable diseases, with health authorities continuing to encourage regular medical check-ups and early screening where possible. Karoi man loses penis to cancer

BEITBRIDGE – A bus driver transporting Malawian nationals from KwaZulu-Natal to a repatriation camp near Beitbridge Border Post was killed and 11 passengers injured after the vehicle overturned on South Africa's N1 highway in the early hours of Wednesday. The crash occurred about four kilometres south of the Beitbridge Border Post near Musina, according to the Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety. Department spokesperson Mashudu Mabata said preliminary investigations indicate the driver may have lost control of the bus due to fatigue. "According to preliminary reports, the bus was transporting individuals from KwaZulu-Natal to the Repatriation Camp in Beitbridge when it was involved in a crash after the driver allegedly lost control of the vehicle due to fatigue, causing it to overturn," Mabata said. She confirmed that the driver died at the scene. "The driver has been confirmed deceased, while 11 passengers sustained injuries." The injured passengers were taken to Musina Hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment. Emergency medical personnel, traffic officers and law enforcement agencies responded to the scene to assist victims and manage traffic. Although the N1 remained open following the crash, Mabata said temporary road closures could be implemented to allow forensic investigators to examine the scene. "Motorists travelling along the route are urged to exercise extreme caution, reduce speed, maintain a safe following distance, and comply with the instructions of traffic officials on the scene," she said. She added that the department would continue monitoring the situation and provide updates as investigations progress. The accident occurred as South Africa experiences an increase in voluntary repatriations by foreign nationals amid heightened anti-immigration tensions. On Tuesday, more than 20 civic organisations led by the March and March Movement staged demonstrations across all nine South African provinces, demanding the departure of undocumented foreign nationals. The movement has set an unofficial deadline for undocumented migrants to leave the country voluntarily, prompting many Zimbabwean, Malawian and other foreign nationals to seek assistance from their respective governments to return home. Authorities in both South Africa and Zimbabwe have appealed for calm, stressing that migration should be managed through lawful processes and warning against acts of violence or vigilantism targeting foreign nationals. Investigations into the cause of the crash are continuing. Beitbridge repatriation bus crash

HARARE – A 24-year-old man from Houghton Park has been arrested after allegedly stealing a truck carrying 42,000 litres of ethanol in Waterfalls, Harare. The suspect, Tawanda Timu Zingwanda, was apprehended on Friday after allegedly driving away with a Scania 440-horsepower truck valued at approximately US$100,000, prompting a police pursuit that ended with his arrest. According to police, the truck belonged to Peasant Investments and was being driven by Simon Samatura, 52, when the incident occurred along 6th Avenue in the Parktown–Waterfalls area. Samatura was reportedly transporting a trailer loaded with 42,000 litres of ethanol when the vehicle developed a mechanical fault. The truck, registration AGB 1235, with trailer registration AFQ 8501, was parked by the roadside while the driver went a short distance away to fetch water to cool the overheating engine. Police said the engine had been left running. On returning to the vehicle, Samatura discovered that it had disappeared. After making inquiries with attendants at a nearby fuel service station, he was informed that an unknown man had driven the truck along Fraiser Road, heading east. With the assistance of a police officer who was on patrol in the area, Samatura pursued the stolen vehicle, leading to the arrest of the suspect and the recovery of the truck before it could be taken further. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the incident. Harare provincial police spokesperson Inspector Luckmore Chakanza said investigations were continuing and that the suspect is expected to appear in court soon. "Police arrested a Houghton Park man for car theft in Waterfalls. The fuel truck worth US$100,000 was recovered, and the suspect is expected to appear in court soon," Chakanza said. He urged motorists, particularly operators of commercial vehicles transporting valuable cargo, to avoid leaving vehicles unattended while the engine is running. Police say such incidents create opportunities for opportunistic criminals and can expose motorists to significant financial losses. The motive behind the alleged theft has not yet been disclosed, and detectives are continuing with investigations. Harare ethanol truck theft

MASVINGO – Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Public Accounts has summoned 10 local authorities to explain financial irregularities highlighted in the Auditor-General's 2021 to 2023 audit reports, as lawmakers intensify oversight of public spending by councils across Zimbabwe. The hearings, being held at Clever's Lodge near Lake Mutirikwi in Masvingo, form part of a nationwide inquiry into the management of public funds by local authorities. Chairperson of the committee, Caston Matewu, said the exercise is designed to enable Parliament to establish how public resources are being utilised and to hold local authorities accountable for audit findings. "The purpose of these hearings is for Parliament to understand how public funds are being used by local authorities. We are engaging councils that received adverse findings in the Auditor-General's reports," Matewu said. He warned that councils with serious cases could be summoned to appear before the committee in Harare for more detailed investigations. "Where we identify serious issues, we will invite those councils to Parliament in Harare. The committee can make recommendations to Government, and Government is constitutionally required to respond within 60 days," he said. Matewu said the public hearings are being conducted in line with Section 299 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, which empowers Parliament to monitor and oversee the expenditure of State revenues and public funds. He described the exercise as the first time Parliament has undertaken such a nationwide engagement with local authorities over the Auditor-General's findings. According to Matewu, only Marondera Rural District Council and Goromonzi Rural District Council will not appear before the committee because they received clean audit reports and had no adverse findings. The councils appearing before the committee in Masvingo include: Mwenezi Rural District Council Chivi Rural District Council Chiredzi Town Council Gutu Rural District Council Masvingo City Council Runde Rural District Council Beitbridge Town Council Zaka Rural District Council Bikita Rural District Council Beitbridge Rural District Council Masvingo Rural District Council and Chiredzi Rural District Council are expected to appear before the committee during hearings to be held in Mutare. The nationwide hearings began in Bulawayo two weeks ago and are expected to conclude in August. During the hearings, Bikita Rural District Council was questioned over the operations of the now-defunct Bikita Hanyanya (Private) Limited, a company reportedly established by the council. Members of Parliament sought explanations on how the company was formed, who served on its board, and how it was managed after learning that some directors were councillors and senior council officials who allegedly received remuneration from both the council and the company. Meanwhile, Gutu Rural District Council was questioned over its failure to conduct an asset revaluation exercise. Chief Executive Officer Alexander Mtembwa told the committee the council lacked the financial resources to undertake the exercise independently and was seeking technical assistance from Masvingo City Council, which has already completed its asset revaluation. Chiredzi Town Council also faced questions over its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, which auditors found had failed to function effectively since 2020. The committee heard that the malfunctioning billing and accounting system contributed to financial discrepancies amounting to millions of dollars and had not yet been fully updated to accommodate Zimbabwe's current currency framework. Council officials told MPs that a replacement ERP system is expected to be operational within the next six months. The hearings are expected to continue as Parliament strengthens oversight of local authorities in a bid to improve financial accountability, governance and service delivery across Zimbabwe. Public Accounts Committee local authorities

BEITBRIDGE – Beitbridge Municipality says it is struggling to maintain normal service delivery as thousands of repatriates continue to pass through the Beitbridge Border Post each day, placing unprecedented pressure on refuse collection and sanitation services. Council officials revealed that the influx of returning Zimbabwean and Malawian nationals has significantly disrupted waste management operations, forcing refuse collection trucks to make multiple trips to the border daily while some residential suburbs experience delays in garbage collection. The concerns were raised during a stakeholder meeting held in Beitbridge, where local authorities, Government officials and humanitarian partners discussed the growing humanitarian and logistical challenges facing the border town. According to a report presented by the District Development Coordinator's (DDC) office, more than 2,000 Zimbabwean and Malawian repatriates are currently passing through Beitbridge Border Post every day as voluntary returns from South Africa continue. A representative from Beitbridge Municipality, Pio Muchena, said the local authority's waste management system is under severe strain. "We are overwhelmed by the amount of waste at the border post and in town. We are no longer able to work according to our normal refuse collection timetable," Muchena said. "Our refuse collection truck now has to service the border post at least twice every day. As a result, some residential areas have gone for several days without refuse being collected." Municipal officials also highlighted a shortage of ablution facilities at the border, warning that the growing number of travellers is stretching existing sanitation infrastructure beyond capacity. The continued influx has increased demand for clean water, toilets, waste disposal and temporary holding facilities, prompting calls for additional support from Government and development partners. The latest developments come as Zimbabwe continues receiving citizens returning from South Africa amid heightened concerns over anti-immigrant sentiment and voluntary repatriation efforts. Government departments, humanitarian organisations and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have been assisting returnees with food, transport and reintegration support after they cross into Zimbabwe through Beitbridge. Officials say coordinated interventions are required to prevent public health challenges while ensuring the dignity and welfare of returning migrants. Beitbridge Border Post remains Zimbabwe's busiest port of entry and exit, handling thousands of travellers and commercial vehicles daily. The recent surge in returnees has further increased pressure on municipal services, with local authorities appealing for additional resources to sustain essential operations. Beitbridge repatriates

MUTARE – ZANU PF's Manicaland Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) has recommended the suspension of Nyanga Central Committee member Moses Gutu over allegations of indiscipline after he reportedly criticised the party's position on Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3). The recommendation was adopted during a Provincial Executive Committee meeting held at Mutare Teachers' College on Monday. Provincial Commissar Albert Nyakuedzwa confirmed the development, saying the recommendation would be forwarded to the party's National Commissariat for consideration in line with ZANU PF disciplinary procedures. According to party officials, Gutu is accused of embarking on a series of meetings across Manicaland Province during which he allegedly criticised and denounced Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, a position that party leaders say contradicts the official stance adopted by ZANU PF. Several videos circulating on social media appear to show Gutu expressing opposition to the proposed constitutional amendments. The videos have attracted widespread attention and are understood to have prompted discussions within the provincial leadership. Party sources said the Provincial Executive Committee resolved to recommend Gutu's suspension pending disciplinary proceedings. If endorsed by the National Commissariat, the suspension would pave the way for a formal disciplinary hearing, where Gutu would have an opportunity to respond to the allegations against him in accordance with the party's constitution and disciplinary processes. ZANU PF has previously maintained that members are expected to uphold and publicly support resolutions adopted by the party's leadership, with disciplinary measures available for conduct deemed to undermine party policies or bring the organisation into disrepute. At the time of publication, Moses Gutu had not publicly responded to the recommendation, and it was not immediately clear whether he had been formally notified of the Provincial Executive Committee's decision. The National Commissariat is expected to determine the next course of action after receiving the recommendation from the Manicaland provincial leadership. Moses Gutu suspension

BULAWAYO – A 32-year-old Bulawayo woman has been sentenced to 315 hours of community service after she scalded her husband with hot cooking oil during a domestic dispute. Edina Nyenda, of Luveve suburb, was convicted of physical abuse by Western Commonage Magistrate Jeconia Prince Ncube after she poured boiling cooking oil on her husband following an argument. The court heard that the victim, Charles Ncube, 31, forgave his wife and pleaded for leniency, telling the court he preferred that she be fined rather than imprisoned. Magistrate Ncube initially sentenced Nyenda to 15 months in prison. However, six months of the sentence were suspended for five years on condition that she does not commit a similar offence during that period. The remaining nine months were suspended on condition that she completes 315 hours of community service at Imbizo Primary School. Prosecutor Cathrine Kuzu told the court that the incident occurred in the early hours of May 9, 2026, at the couple's home in Luveve. According to the State, the dispute escalated after Charles Ncube decided to leave the marital bed and sleep on the floor following a misunderstanding with his wife. The decision reportedly angered Nyenda. The court heard that at around 2 a.m., Nyenda heated cooking oil before pouring it onto her husband's face and left arm while he was asleep on the floor. Charles Ncube sustained burns to his face and left arm and was rushed to hospital, where he received medical treatment. The matter was subsequently reported to the police, leading to Nyenda's arrest and prosecution. During the trial, Charles Ncube told the court that he had forgiven his wife and asked the magistrate to impose a non-custodial sentence. The court nevertheless found Nyenda guilty of physical abuse, noting the seriousness of the assault while taking into account the complainant's views and other mitigating factors during sentencing. The case highlights the prevalence of domestic violence affecting both women and men, with Zimbabwean law providing protection for all victims of abuse regardless of gender. Authorities continue to encourage victims of domestic violence to report incidents promptly and seek medical attention where injuries are sustained. Bulawayo woman scalds husband