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Topic : Criminal

Patriot Act stands, critics warn of State overreach

They said the provision was vague and risked criminalising mere attendance at international meetings where sanctions are discussed.

By Desmond Chingarande Jun. 3, 2026

Patriot Act stands, critics warn of State overreach

Understanding why criminal courts use certain procedures during trials

A particularly emotional issue arises when child survivors of abuse are required to testify in court and face cross-examination by the accused person or his lawyer.

By Chinga Govhati May. 25, 2026

Understanding why criminal courts use certain procedures during trials

Boardrooms don’t get hacked by accident

Behind almost every major cyber incident is a familiar pattern. There was no formal cybersecurity strategy. There was no clear accountability at executive level.

By Wilfred M Kahlari May. 21, 2026

How Zim must fight intelligent cybercrime with intelligent defence

In Zimbabwe, this shift is already visible. Deepfake voice cloning is being used to impersonate executives and authorise fraudulent transactions.

By Wilfred M Kahlari May. 14, 2026

How Zim must fight intelligent cybercrime with intelligent defence

Motorists should avoid exposing items in public

Motorists are further encouraged to park in secure, well-monitored areas where possible and to report suspicious activity to police or security personnel.

By Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi May. 12, 2026

Motorists should avoid exposing items in public

The phone number that can empty your wallet

Data goes silent. But somewhere else, another device may now be receiving the verification codes meant for you. That is when the real damage begins.

By Wilfred M Kahlari May. 1, 2026

The phone number that can empty your wallet

Deaf man gruesomely murders uncle after marriage proposal dispute

Fanuel Masora was sentenced to 36 months in prison, wholly suspended on condition that he performs community service.

By Desmond Chingarande May. 1, 2026

Deaf man gruesomely murders uncle after marriage proposal dispute

Court acquits Harare man over alleged protest incitement

Garafa, represented by Kossam Ncube and Emmanuel Lawrence Chibwe of Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights, was discharged at the close of the State’s case.

By Boitumelo Makhurane Apr. 28, 2026