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> Let's Forward this Post Everywhere ❕ *US$300 ATM thief caught using CCtv footage in Hwange* https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDkMuTFCCoNC13vvo2V _*©Eragon Online News*_ *_(Follow this channel to read more...)_* *Group Link:* https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDyzvhE1ey5H89lorhyIvn A 48-year-old Victoria Falls man has been sentenced to nine months in prison after being convicted of stealing US$300 from a malfunctioning ATM at a ZB Bank branch in Hwange. Kaleb Murahwa was initially handed a 12-month jail term, but three months were conditionally suspended on the provision that he restitutes the stolen money by July 11, 2025. Failure to do so will result in him serving the full sentence. The court heard that the incident occurred on May 24, 2024, when a 29-year-old schoolteacher from Binga attempted to withdraw US$300 from the ATM. After inserting her card and completing the transaction, the machine failed to dispense any cash, prompting her to go inside the bank to report the issue. While the complainant was seeking assistance, the faulty ATM eventually dispensed the money, which Murahwa opportunistically took before walking away. Unaware of what had transpired outside, bank staff assisted the teacher and processed the same US$300 transaction manually from the counter. However, months later on July 2, during routine account reconciliations, ZB Bank discovered that the complainant had effectively received double the amount intended. As a result, the bank debited US$300 from her account, assuming she had received both disbursements. Further investigations, including a review of CCTV footage from the day, revealed Murahwa taking the cash from the ATM after the original customer had entered the bank, confirming the theft. Prosecutors successfully argued that Murahwa knowingly took money that did not belong to him, leading to his conviction. He has until next month to repay the amount or risk serving the entire 12-month sentence. The case highlights the importance of accountability in situations involving ATM malfunctions and reinforces the legal consequences of opportunistic theft. Bulawayo24news
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> Let's Forward this Post Everywhere ❕ *“Beer is a Basic Necessity” – Ghana Association of Drunkards Gives Government 3-Week Deadline to Reduce Alcohol Prices* ‼️ https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDkMuTFCCoNC13vvo2V _*©Eragon Online News*_ *_(Follow this channel to read more...)_* *Group Link:* https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDyzvhE1ey5H89lorhyIvn The Ghana Drunkards Association has issued a three-week ultimatum to their government, demanding an immediate reduction in the prices of alcoholic beverages. The Association, which claims to represent over 16 million members, argues that the Ghanaian cedi has been gaining strength against the US dollar and other major currencies—yet alcohol prices remain stubbornly high. They say this is not only unfair to their loyal drinkers but also an insult to the average Ghanaian trying to enjoy a cold one after a long day. Speaking through their spokesperson, the group made it clear that they are ready to take to the streets if nothing changes. “We don’t understand how the cedi is performing well but our favourite drinks are still expensive. If nothing is done in three weeks, we will stage a massive protest,” he warned. The Association added that alcohol, just like food and fuel, is a basic necessity for many of their members and should be treated as such. Watch video below: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DK6-TaTMphu/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet Forward Everywhere ‼️
> Let's Forward this Post Everywhere ❕ *Government Pledges Compensation For Gukurahundi Victims... Hearings To Be Held In Private With No Media* https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDkMuTFCCoNC13vvo2V _*©Eragon Online News*_ *_(Follow this channel to read more...)_* *Group Link:* https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDyzvhE1ey5H89lorhyIvn The government has committed to compensating victims of the Gukurahundi, with the amount of compensation to be determined on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the specific circumstances of each individual. Speaking at a press conference in Bulawayo over the weekend, Deputy President of the National Council of Chiefs, Chief Fortune Charumbira, said the government is prepared to offer reparations as part of the broader process of addressing past injustices. He said: And cases which come out well and legitimately so, that require compensation, the government is ready to compensate. Chief Charumbira said that “each compensatory value would depend on the merits of the case.” When questioned about the scope and mechanism of the compensation process, he said the matter would be handled directly by President Emmerson Mnangagwa. He said: Trust the President. The President himself has said people would be compensated. But quantum can’t be predetermined. For example, one would say three herd of cattle, one would say I lost 15. We can’t give the same amount. It depends on each case. Although National Council of Chiefs President, Chief Lucas Mtshane Khumalo, attended the briefing, he did not speak. Chief Charumbira claimed that Khumalo had lost his voice due to the flu. Pindula
> Let's Forward this Post Everywhere ❕ *Mzembi failed to meet Mnangagwa* https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDkMuTFCCoNC13vvo2V _*©Eragon Online News*_ *_(Follow this channel to read more...)_* *Group Link:* https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDyzvhE1ey5H89lorhyIvn Former Foreign Affairs and Tourism Minister Walter Mzembi was arrested on Thursday after his surprise return to Zimbabwe, contradicting widespread media reports that he had met President Emmerson Mnangagwa to resolve long-standing political disputes. Mzembi, who fled Zimbabwe in 2018 under a cloud of corruption charges, had returned from Zambia three days ago reportedly in a bid to negotiate his reintegration into Zimbabwean politics following the fallout from the 2017 military coup that ousted the late President Robert Mugabe and brought Mnangagwa to power. Despite media speculation, sources confirm Mzembi did not meet Mnangagwa during his visit. His attempt to re-engage politically appears to have failed, leaving him exposed to renewed legal action. The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc) acted swiftly, reviving a 2018 corruption case and executing a warrant of arrest issued after he skipped bail several years ago. Mzembi was initially arrested in January 2018 and later released on bail. He faced accusations of converting public property for personal use, including 16 television sets worth US$800,000, which had been procured for public viewing during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The televisions were allegedly donated to churches, including Walter Magaya's Prophetic Healing and Deliverance Ministries and Emmanuel Makandiwa's United Family International Church. He also faces allegations of misappropriating US$1.6 million meant for the 2013 United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) General Assembly, which was jointly hosted by Zimbabwe and Zambia in Victoria Falls. The National Prosecuting Authority previously recovered US$261,386 of the missing funds and had sought Interpol's help for Mzembi's extradition in 2019 after he absconded trial. His warrant of arrest was issued in September 2019 after he failed to appear for trial, leading to formal proceedings being set for later that month. Despite repeated calls to return and clear his name, Mzembi remained in self-imposed exile, primarily in South Africa and Zambia. The former minister was closely aligned with exiled former ministers Saviour Kasukuwere, Jonathan Moyo, and Patrick Zhuwao—key members of Mugabe's inner circle who were pushed out during the coup. Mzembi served as campaign manager for Kasukuwere in the 2023 general elections, in which Kasukuwere attempted to challenge Mnangagwa for the presidency. The Zimbabwean courts, however, barred his candidacy. Kasukuwere himself returned briefly to Zimbabwe in 2018 but left again after facing charges, including criminal abuse of office and illegal border crossing. Like Mzembi, he also failed to secure assurances of safety or political reprieve. With Mzembi's failed return and arrest, analysts say the attempt signals an ongoing purge of Mugabe-era loyalists and highlights Mnangagwa's firm grip on power, despite persistent criticism over lack of reforms and the use of state institutions to settle political scores. Mzembi's legal troubles are now back in full motion, and it remains to be seen whether he will face trial this time or seek another way to escape prosecution. His lawyer at the time of the initial charges was Job Sikhala, a prominent opposition figure and close relative. This latest development reignites debate over political retribution, the fairness of the justice system, and the continued fallout from the 2017 power transition that continues to shape Zimbabwe's political landscape.
> Let's Forward this Post Everywhere ❕ *Piki Man Arrested With 12 Mutoriro Sachets in Mutare Bust* ‼️ https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDkMuTFCCoNC13vvo2V _*©Eragon Online News*_ *_(Follow this channel to read more...)_* *Group Link:* https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDyzvhE1ey5H89lorhyIvn A 38-year-old man from Piki Village has been arrested in Mutare after police swooped on his home and discovered 12 sachets of crystal methamphetamine, commonly known as mutoriro. Mike Moyo’s bust is part of an intensified crackdown on drug peddling networks wreaking havoc across Manicaland. Meth is a highly addictive and destructive stimulant that wreaks havoc on users' mental and physical health — triggering aggressive behaviour, hallucinations, elevated heart rates, and long-term cognitive damage. Its illegal possession and distribution are considered serious offences under Zimbabwean law due to its severe impact on individuals and communities. Manicaland provincial police spokesperson, Assistant Inspector Wiseman Chinyoka, confirmed Moyo’s arrest. “On June 11, police in Zimunya received a tip-off that Moyo had just bought crystal meth and was packing it at his house preparing to resell it. He is a known dealer in the area,” said Ass Insp Chinyoka. Police acted swiftly, raiding Moyo’s home where they discovered 12 sachets of crystal meth — all of which have been secured as evidence. Moyo is expected to appear in court soon, with investigations still ongoing. According to H-Metro, which first reported the story, the community played a key role in facilitating the arrest by sharing critical information with law enforcement. “We appreciate the community’s support in providing crucial information that led to the arrest,” said Ass Insp Chinyoka. “We urge residents to continue reporting any suspicious activities to help us curb drug trafficking in our neighbourhoods.”
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> Let's Forward this Post Everywhere ❕ *Hotel cleaner steals used condom of a Multi-Millionaire, impregnates herself using the sperms and wins US$3 million child support lawsuit* ‼️ https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDkMuTFCCoNC13vvo2V _*©Eragon Online News*_ *_(Follow this channel to read more...)_* *Group Link:* https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDyzvhE1ey5H89lorhyIvn A 40-year-old Las Vegas hotel cleaner has won a child support legal battle against a 28-year-old millionaire who she impregnated herself with his sperms. According to report, she never engaged in an intimate relationship with the millionaire but stole his used condom to impregnate herself after realising he was a tech millionaire. The woman identified as Jane was 36 years of age when she stole a used condom from the then 24-year-old tech millionaire’s hotel garbage can. It was gathered that Jane inserted the semen and became pregnant with a baby boy who is now four years of age. During the child support hearing, Jane confessed that she never slept with the young millionaire revealing that she impregnated herself with his sperm while she was cleaning his room. “He left his bank statement on the nightstand in his hotel room and I saw it when I was cleaning, at the time I wanted a baby so bad and I thought it would be better if I had a baby with a rich man,” she revealed in court. Court demanded that she conduct a paternity test to testify if the man in question was actually the father. The paternity test was conducted and revealed the young millionaire as the father. The court ordered him to pay the mother of the child $3 million for the three years of his son’s life he missed. His lawyers said their client was planning to pursue other legal actions against the mother for stealing his bodily fluids and violating his privacy. Meanwhile, Jane had quit the hotel cleaning job and started a few businesses with her newfound fortune, she still has full custody of her child whom she named after his father. Forward Everywhere ‼️
> Let's Forward this Post Everywhere ❕ *US$60,000 goods lost in Birchenough fire* https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDkMuTFCCoNC13vvo2V _*©Eragon Online News*_ *_(Follow this channel to read more...)_* *Group Link:* https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDyzvhE1ey5H89lorhyIvn A DEVASTATING fire razed a furniture store in Birchenough on June 12, reducing stock worth approximately US$60 000 to ashes. The store, owned by 38-year-old Josaphat Mahembe, from Gadzai Village under Chief Chamutsa in Buhera, was destroyed in the blaze that occurred around 2pm. Manicaland police spokesperson, Assistant Inspector Wiseman Chinyoka said the store, constructed with wooden poles and iron sheet roofing, was completely engulfed by the fire, whose cause remains unknown. “The fire occurred during business hours, while Mahembe was at his residence. Nyaradzo Mtetwa (45), who was a few metres away from the shop, heard a loud bursting sound coming from the shop and subsequently noticed that a fire had started in Mahembe’s shop. She quickly alerted Mahembe. Nearby residents attempted to extinguish the fire, but it rapidly intensified,” said Assistant Inspector Chinyoka. He said police officers were informed and conducted inquiries with local residents, but the cause of the fire remained uncertain. The Chipinge Fire Brigade was called, but unfortunately, by the time they arrived, Mahembe’s property had been completely destroyed by the fire. “The shop had no electricity connection, and all the property was burnt, including sofas, kitchen units, television stands, hardboards, and super woods, with an estimated value of approximately US$60 000,” he added. Assistant Inspector Chinyoka also appealed for community cooperation, urging residents to report any suspicious fire hazards or activities. “We urge the public to report any suspicious activities or potential fire hazards to the authorities immediately. Your prompt action can help prevent such incidents and ensure the safety of our communities,” he said. Herald
> Let's Forward this Post Everywhere ❕ *How Zimbabwe's health system profits from the dead* ‼️ by Linda Mujuru, GPJ Zimbabwe https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDkMuTFCCoNC13vvo2V _*©Eragon Online News*_ *_(Follow this channel to read more...)_* *Group Link:* https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDyzvhE1ey5H89lorhyIvn Blessing Mucharambei's uncle was just having lunch when he stood up, then collapsed. "[He] started bleeding from the nose," she says, "and died on the spot." As far as his family knew, he had no health problems. As they struggled to make sense of the news, Chitungwiza Hospital - where his body had been taken to a mortuary - told them that a forensic postmortem would be required. Zimbabwean law mandates postmortems for sudden or unexplained deaths, and public hospitals offer them for free. But there are only five qualified pathologists in Zimbabwe serving a population of close to 17 million people. The wait could stretch for days. And each day the funeral was delayed would add to the cost of hosting mourners, as some traditions require. A police officer stationed at the hospital offered them a workaround. Instead of a forensic postmortem, they could do a general one - an option when no foul play is suspected, and quicker since it doesn't require a specialist. But even that, he warned, could take days. He offered to fast-track the process for a US$30 fee. Desperate to bury their loved one, they paid. "We couldn't afford the time," Mucharambei says. "We did it because we had no choice." A country in freefall Postmortem bribes are just one element of a health system - and state - in freefall. Hospitals across the country are plagued by chronic underfunding, obsolete infrastructure and the mass emigration of medical professionals seeking better pay abroad. The government estimates that the country needs more than US$1.6 billion for its health sector to recover. Underpaid and overstretched health workers have come to rely on informal payments as a means of survival, says Dr. Norman Matara, secretary general of the Zimbabwe Hospital Doctors Association. "People are trying to survive. But over time, corruption becomes part of the culture." He says it's a common problem across hospital services, from the moment a patient is admitted. New mothers, for example, face extortion for birth cards meant to be free. A 2021 study from Transparency International Zimbabwe surveyed over 1,000 people in Zimbabwe and found that 74% had been asked to pay a bribe while trying to access health care services. In March, a nurses' protest at Sally Mugabe Central Hospital - the largest referral hospital in the country - exposed how dire the situation is. It was the latest in a long history of strikes by health workers, who have repeatedly protested poor pay and deteriorating working conditions. But their actions are often met with intimidation. In June 2022, the government responded to a strike by passing a law banning health care workers from striking longer than 72 hours, with penalties of up to six months in jail for participants and organizers. A manufactured problem Pathology services are particularly strained, Matara says. The few available specialists are clustered in major hospitals, which creates opportunities for exploitation. Few medical students choose the career, and those who do face an uphill battle. Training programs are underfunded, mentorship is scarce and working conditions at public hospitals are dismal. But this is partly a manufactured problem, says Memory, a nurse at Sally Mugabe Central Hospital, who asked to use her middle name for fear of losing her job. Memory has worked at the hospital's mortuary close to 20 years. "There isn't really a backlog but a fake one is created by police officers, the doctors and mortuary staff to pressure families into paying," she says. These services are supposed to be easily available, she adds. A Cuban doctor performs the forensic postmortems on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, while the general ones are done daily. But families are often told there are delays. At times, they are asked to pay US$50 to skip it entirely, even when it's required by law, or US$100 to expedite the process, Memory says. "It's a moneymaking scheme at the expense of grieving people," she says. Global Press Journal reached out to Sally Mugabe Central Hospital for a response to these allegations. They declined to comment. Tendai Terrence Mautsi, the public relations officer at Parirenyatwa Hospital, the largest public hospital in Zimbabwe, says there are occasional delays with forensic postmortem cases, mostly due to demand. The hospital, he says, has responded by increasing forensic postmortem days from two to three. They've also cut the average waiting time from up to two weeks to just three days. To address the national shortage, Mautsi says, the hospital has partnered with Cuban doctors to fill the skills gap. He acknowledges that corruption has plagued the process. But, he says, it's part of a much bigger unravelling, and everyone has become complicit. "At times you can't find evidence," he says. "When you want to investigate it, the patient is complicit. The service provider is also complicit." In the end, corruption harms people in need, says Tafadzwa Chikumbu, the executive director of Transparency International Zimbabwe. "For those who can't afford to pay [a bribe], it means being left unattended," he says, which erodes the integrity of public institutions. The solution, he says, is to make ethical conduct - including fair hiring and honest service delivery - the standard. A cover-up? Postmortem corruption means some families never find out what happened to their loved one. When Emily Muchabaiwa's brother was found dead in Harare's industrial area, his family was desperate for answers. The circumstances of his death weren't clear, and the family hoped a postmortem at Parirenyatwa Hospital would offer closure. Per standard procedure, a medical doctor or the pathologist should explain the results to the family, Matara says. There should also be a written report. But it was a police officer who delivered the results, verbally, to Muchabaiwa's family. There was no official report. "[He] told us my brother had died from tuberculosis and a cold in the lungs, but he struggled to explain the medical terms. Prior to all this, my brother had no signs of sickness," she says. The family was suspicious. Muchabaiwa says they believe the death involved foul play and the process was compromised. It would cost the family money to delay the funeral, so they buried her brother, who left behind a young son. "We had no choice," she says, voice trembling. "The postmortem failed us. Corruption failed us." Linda Mujuru is a Reporter-in-Residence for Global Press Journal in Zimbabwe, where she covers foreign direct investment and its effects on local communities. She holds an MBA from Midlands State University and Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Journalism and Media Studies from the National University of Science and Technology. Linda is one of Global Press' most widely read and syndicated journalists and won the Community Champions Award from the Nonprofit News Awards for her story "Push for Gold Leaves a Toxic Legacy."