HARARE, Apr. 28 (NewsDay Live) – A 46-year-old woman appeared before Harare magistrate Ruth Moyo yesterday facing theft of trust property charges.
Susan Shamiso Charewa was remanded in custody to May 28 pending investigations, with the State represented by prosecutor Takudzwa Jambawo.
The court heard that Charewa and the complainant, Patience Makuvire, had been friends since 2020.
In October 2021, Makuvire learnt of a land developer, Cabox, offering residential stands in the Westlea area of Harare and tasked Charewa to conduct due diligence and negotiate a payment plan.
It is alleged Charewa confirmed the stands were legitimate, prompting Makuvire to proceed with the purchase.
On October 21 and 23, 2025, Makuvire reportedly gave Charewa US$10 000 and US$9 900 respectively, which were paid to the developer.
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However, on November 4, 2025, Makuvire allegedly handed over a further US$13 500 for the same purpose, which Charewa is accused of converting to her own use.
The court heard that Makuvire made several follow-ups requesting proof of payment, but Charewa became evasive.
Makuvire later approached the developer and was informed that no such payment had been made, leading her to file a police report.
As a result, Makuvire suffered a prejudice of US$13 500, which has not been recovered.