Woman (24) up for murder, strikes husband dead using pot, burning log
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“The suspect hit the victim with a pot on the head before striking him with a burning log, several times all over the body, after a domestic dispute,” ZRP national spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi said in a statement.
Midwife in court for trafficking an infant
by The Herald
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A midwife stationed at Sally Mugabe Central Hospital, Betty Sena, appeared before the Harare Magistrates' Court on Wednesday facing charges of human trafficking and unlawfully falsifying the death of an infant. Sena, who was remanded in custody, will face a bail ruling on December 3.
The charges stem from an alleged incident that occurred between February and March 2024, during which Sena allegedly coordinated with Evelyn Zisengwe, Dion Tore, and Ayanda Zisengwe to facilitate the unlawful adoption of a female infant, now aged 9 months.
The State contends that Sena, who is employed as a midwife, played a pivotal role in this human trafficking scheme. The allegations suggest that she induced Evelyn Zisengwe to deliver her child prematurely, with Zisengwe giving birth at 28 weeks on February 25, 2024.
Further allegations claim that on March 5, 2024, Sena handed over the newborn infant to Dion Tore at Sally Mugabe Central Hospital, after forging documents to make it appear as if Tore had given birth to the baby. The court was informed that Sena used her position to facilitate the premature infant's unsafe discharge from the hospital before the baby was deemed fit to leave.
The State further alleges that Sena created a fake death record, falsely stating that Zisengwe's child had passed away. It is also alleged that Sena received US$20 for her involvement in the illegal adoption process.
CID Counter Terrorism Unit detectives arrested Sena after she was implicated by Dion Tore and Evelyn Zisengwe. The case has drawn widespread attention due to the severity of the charges and the involvement of a healthcare professional in the alleged trafficking scheme.
Mercy Masamvi represented the State during the proceedings.
Source - the herald
3 women raped in Bulawayo every week
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The Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Monica Mutsvangwa, officially inaugurated a regional one-stop center for gender-based violence (GBV) survivors at Mpilo Central Hospital today.
The event was marked by enthusiasm as Minister Mutsvangwa arrived with a warm welcome from the gathered crowd. Representing the Bulawayo Minister of State for Provincial Affairs, Director Simon Saunyama delivered a speech highlighting the significance of the new facility.
Saunyama shared sobering statistics on GBV in the Matabeleland region, revealing that an average of 66 rape cases are reported monthly, with three incidents occurring weekly in Bulawayo alone. He stressed that these figures might understate the true extent of the problem, as many cases go unreported due to stigma and fear among victims.
"As we commemorate this important provincial event, the city is witnessing a milestone development with the opening of this one-stop center," said Saunyama, emphasizing the transformative potential of the facility.
The newly established center aims to provide a safe and supportive environment for GBV survivors, offering services such as healthcare, legal aid, and psychological support.
This initiative aligns with the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, which calls for action to end GBV and support survivors.
The event reflected a collective commitment to enhancing support for GBV survivors and encouraging the reporting of crimes. Minister Mutsvangwa hailed the development as a vital step in ensuring justice and care for survivors.
The center's inauguration marks a hopeful step forward in addressing gender-based violence in Zimbabwe, signaling the government's dedication to creating safer communities and empowering survivors.
Source - The Chronicle