Hell behind bars: Released inmates recount trauma
Authorities said the move was meant to give offenders a second chance while easing congestion in the country’s correctional facilities.
By Nunurai Jena
Mar. 8, 2026
Man in trouble for urinating at neighbour’s doorstep
The court heard that on February 22, the accused violated a peace order prohibiting him from verbally abusing or disturbing the peace of his neighbour, Orpheus Sibanda.
By Nokuxola Mbangeni
Mar. 7, 2026
From ‘musicians 4ED’ to jail: Ti Gonzi jailed as anti-drug net snags high-profile ally
He was sentenced to 10 months imprisonment (two months were suspended on the condition of future good behaviour).
By Style Reporter
Mar. 1, 2026
Minerva honours Zimbabwe’s inmate chess champions
The team has become a beacon of reform and intellectual prowess, securing the top spot in both the men’s and women’s categories at the African Continent Championship.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere
Feb. 15, 2026
Detained Chinese national challenges ‘discriminatory’ policy
The applicant, Quijun Yu, was granted US$5 000 bail by the High Court on a murder charge and ordered to surrender his passport and title deeds.
By Problem Masau
Jan. 16, 2026
Chinese national challenges continued detention after bail granted on murder charge
His lawyer, Admire Rubaba, argues this action was illegal on multiple grounds.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 14, 2026
Prisoner stabs guard at court in failed escape attempt
Marondera was apprehended by officers before he could escape.
By Desmond Chingarande
Jan. 13, 2026
Chimombe backs ED, dismisses political persecution claims
MC: Honestly, I thought my lawyers had done enough to secure an acquittal for me and even my friend
By Blessed Mhlanga
Jan. 5, 2026
Hell behind bars: Inside dungeons
Many women had no jerseys and endured the days shivering in thin prison clothes, receiving the red-and-white striped jerseys only when they appeared in court.
By Faith Zaba
Dec. 19, 2025
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Once beaten, twice shy: Industry tracks RBZ currency benchmarks
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By Concilia Mupezeni and Blessed Ndlovu
Mar. 8, 2026
