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Magaya suffers fresh setback in rape case

Magaya, who is facing rape charges, argues that the complainant withdrew the allegations long ago.

By Desmond Chingarande 5h ago

Magaya suffers fresh setback in rape case

Widow loses bid to reclaim 120ha farm

She alleged that Melusi was only allowed to stay on the property out of family generosity and later falsely presented himself to authorities as the lawful

By Silas Nkala 5h ago

Magaya loses bid to refer rape case to ConCourt

Harare magistrate Francis Mapfumo dismissed the application, saying it did not disclose any constitutional questions requiring determination by the Constitutional Court.

By Desmond Chingarande 22h ago

Magaya loses bid to refer rape case to ConCourt

When a child ‘consents’ (Part 1)

A recent decision of the High Court invites the nation to reflect on what these provisions were designed to achieve.

By Sharon Chava and Pamellah Musimwa and Chinga Govhati Jun. 15, 2026

Fugitive suspected drug dealer nabbed

A crack team led by Detective Assistant Inspector Simbi Oadzakashamba, head of the Anti-Drugs Trafficking National Crack Unit, arrested him.

By Desmond Chingarande Jun. 15, 2026

Man acquitted of cyberbullying after witchcraft accusations

Mpofu also disputed the forensic report saying it was flawed in that only the complainant’s cell phone was examined and his phone was never taken for forensic examination.

By Desmond Chingarande Jun. 13, 2026

Man acquitted of cyberbullying after witchcraft accusations

Scandal govt does not want exposed

This is especially so with regards to information linked to the abuse of public land and the possible looting of billions of dollars in State assets.

By The Zimbabwe Independent Jun. 12, 2026

High Court revives Binga chieftainship row

The judge also ordered Grey Sikalelu Muleya, the current Chief Binga and third respondent in the matter, to pay the costs of the condonation application.

By Ngqwele Dube Jun. 12, 2026

High Court revives Binga chieftainship row

High Court orders forfeiture of 8 vehicles linked to Harare, Ruwa robberies

The High Court has ordered the civil forfeiture of eight motor vehicles linked to a suspected eight-man robbery gang terrorising Harare and Ruwa residents.

By Allen Mangava Jun. 11, 2026