19 h. ago ZRP Responds to Allegations of Ration Theft by Senior Officers

By A Correspondent| The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has refuted claims that senior officers are stealing food rations meant for … Continue reading "ZRP Responds to Allegations of Ration Theft by Senior Officers"

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56 h. ago Detective Kedha’s Private Firm Hits Back At ZRP In Stolen Land Cruiser Row

Matrix Private Investigations and Security, led by private investigator Tafadzwa “Detective Kedha” Chidawa, has said the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) does not speak on behalf Interpol, amid growing controversy surrounding the recovery of a stolen Toyota Land Cruiser.

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3 d. ago Prophetess, 8 congregants arrested after forcing man to drink deadly concoction to exorcise demons 

By Tapiwa Svondo  THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested a self-proclaimed prophetess, Charity Mafirowanda (46), along with eight of her congregants following the death of Micky Chuma (54), at a church shrine in Mbizo, Kwekwe. The eight congregants are, Talent Khumalo (42), Bongani Paraffin (33), Admire Makota (23), Ronald Mandiedza (24), Margret Zireba (21), The post Prophetess, 8 congregants arrested after forcing man to drink deadly concoction to exorcise demons  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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4 d. ago Corrupt police officers jailed for receiving bribes at checkpoint

By Staff Reporter  TWO Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officers have been convicted of criminal abuse of duty and slapped with a custodial sentence. The pair of Dennis Takudzwa Chivaku and Sharon Madondo were this week sentenced to four years’ imprisonment, before the court conditionally set aside one year. They will, therefore, effectively serve three years The post Corrupt police officers jailed for receiving bribes at checkpoint appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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4 d. ago Man kills father, police launch manhunt for fugitive suspect 

By Staff Reporter  A 30-year-old man allegedly butchered his biological father following a row over an undisclosed matter. The lifeless body of Boniface Manyonga aged 64 was found along the Harare-Chirundu highway, adjacent Chinyerere farm, Karoi in Mashonaland West province. Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) provincial spokesperson, Inspector Ian Kohwera confirmed the tragedy and manhunt for The post Man kills father, police launch manhunt for fugitive suspect  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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6 d. ago Limpopo police foils attempt to smuggle stolen vehicle into Zimbabwe

The Citizen LIMPOPO – A 44-year-old man was arrested for fraud and possession of a suspected stolen vehicle at Beitbridge Port of Entry on Monday afternoon. The suspect was apprehended at the Departure Vehicle Check Point at around 15:30 while allegedly attempting to smuggle a grey Hyundai H1 into Zimbabwe. According to the Limpopo police The post Limpopo police foils attempt to smuggle stolen vehicle into Zimbabwe appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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7 d. ago Too many areas requiring urgent attention – presidential spokesperson says following Mnangagwa’s visit to public referral hospitals

By Thandiwe Garusa PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa’s spokesperson George Charamba, has acknowledged the dire state of Zimbabwe’s public hospitals, highlighting infrastructure decay, policy gaps and systematic overload. Charamba was speaking following Mnangagwa’s visit to Zimbabwe’s main referral hospitals, Parirenyatwa and Sally Mugabe, on Monday. The visits follow public outcry over the dysfunctional state of public hospitals. The post Too many areas requiring urgent attention – presidential spokesperson says following Mnangagwa’s visit to public referral hospitals appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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8 d. ago Police Sound Alarm as 11 Vehicles Stolen Across Zimbabwe in One Day

Police have raised the alarm following a dramatic rise in vehicle thefts, with at least 11 cars stolen across the … Continue reading "Police Sound Alarm as 11 Vehicles Stolen Across Zimbabwe in One Day"

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9 d. ago Police arrest mourners for killing burglar breaking into house next door 

By Staff Reporter  FOUR mourners at a funeral have been arrested over the brutal murder of a suspected burglar caught trying to break into a house in the neighbourhood. The incident occurred in Tsholotsho, Matebeleland North province Friday last week. Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident. “Police in Tsholotsho arrested The post Police arrest mourners for killing burglar breaking into house next door  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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1 week ago Mnangagwa Renames ZRP Tomlinson to Chimoio Depot — But Will This Improve Officers’ Welfare?

By A Correspondent President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Friday officially renamed the Zimbabwe Republic Police’s Tomlinson Depot in Harare to Chimoio … Continue reading "Mnangagwa Renames ZRP Tomlinson to Chimoio Depot — But Will This Improve Officers’ Welfare?"

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1 week ago Police under fire over fresh allegations of brutality and abuse

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is facing renewed criticism following a string of incidents that have raised serious concerns about heavy-handed tactics, including alleged killings, torture, and assaults on schoolchildren.

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2 w. ago Why are Zimbabwe Police Chasing Off Some of the Economy’s Biggest Players?

Harare spends 12 times its income raiding illegal street vendors. Local residents say the money would be better spent elsewhere. And they know just the spot.

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2 w. ago ZRP Constable Wanted In Blessed Juruvenge’s Death Still At Large

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has refuted what it terms “misleading facts and information” surrounding the tragic death of one Blessed Believe Juruvenge and the ongoing investigation involving a police officer, Constable Prince Ndavambi, who remains at large.

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2 w. ago Police officer on the run after flogging suspect to death; victim’s burial hangs in the balance 

By Tapiwa Svondo  THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed that 12 days on, one of its regular officers who allegedly flogged a suspect to death, is still on the run. Constable Prince Ndavambi is reported to have assaulted Believe Blessed Jaravange (30) at Ruwa Police Station until he died. The incident followed Juruvenge’s arrest The post Police officer on the run after flogging suspect to death; victim’s burial hangs in the balance  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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2 w. ago Fraudster arrested for blowing over US$16,000 in botched car deal 

By Staff Reporter  A HARARE man has been arrested for allegedly receiving over US$16,000 to import a vehicle but later converted the money to his personal use. The 52-year-old fraudster was identified as Isaac Dhliwayo. Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the arrest. “On June 5, 2025, police in Harare arrested The post Fraudster arrested for blowing over US$16,000 in botched car deal  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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2 w. ago Toddler dies after plunging into hot porridge as granny brews traditional beer

By Staff Reporter  A GRANDMOTHER is regretting embarking on a traditional beer brewing hustle after her two-year-old grandchild died tragically after falling into a dish full of hot porridge as she prepared the drink. The incident, which occurred Tuesday at Nzovunde village, was confirmed by the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP). “The ZRP reports a tragic The post Toddler dies after plunging into hot porridge as granny brews traditional beer appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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2 w. ago Man commits suicide after killing neighbour who accused him of stealing a goat 

By Staff Reporter  DOUBLE tragedy has hit a Muzarabani village in Mashonaland Central province after a man accused of stealing a goat, bludgeoned his neighbour to death before commiting suicide. The incident occurred Tuesday resulting in the death of 21-year-old Gamuchirai Mvundura and Jestos Tsikire aged 51. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson, Commissioner The post Man commits suicide after killing neighbour who accused him of stealing a goat  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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2 w. ago OPINION: A media policy without media freedom is just a media control strategy

By Tendai Ruben Mbofana Zimbabwe keeps going round in circles—if not hurtling backwards. On the surface, the recently launched Zimbabwe Media Policy appears to be a progressive and much-needed step toward professionalizing and modernizing the country’s media landscape. President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his administration have framed this policy as a visionary blueprint aligned with Vision 2030, promising a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable media sector. But beneath this polished veneer lies a deeply troubling framework—one that prioritizes state control, suppresses press freedom, and reinforces an authoritarian grip on information, rather than fostering a genuinely independent and democratic media environment. The post OPINION: A media policy without media freedom is just a media control strategy appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

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3 w. ago South African Police Intercept Dagga Worth R8 Million En Route To Zimbabwe

The South African Police Service (SAPS) last Friday arrested a 27-year-old man found transporting dagga worth an estimated R8 million, believed to be destined for Zimbabwe via Limpopo Province.

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3 w. ago Mom kills toddler, says child’s father failing to support upkeep 

By Staff Reporter  POLICE in Matebeleland North have arrested a 29-year-old woman over the alleged murder of her daughter citing the child’s father’s neglect. Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident. “On May 30, 2025, police in Nyamandlovu arrested Simangaliso Dube (29) in connection with a murder case which occurred The post Mom kills toddler, says child’s father failing to support upkeep  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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