LONDON, UK — Four Zimbabwean nationals were arrested in a high-profile credit card fraud operation that defrauded UK banks and retailers of over £250,000. The suspects—Guymon Nyoka, Freddy Chitepo, Titus Arimero, and Clive Mhangara—were taken into custody following a months-long investigation led by the City of London Police’s Economic Crime Unit. Authorities allege the group operated a sophisticated network involving cloned cards, fake IDs, and online purchase schemes that targeted financial institutions and high-end retailers across multiple boroughs. Detectives say the investigation began after a surge of flagged transactions from stolen credit profiles raised red flags within several banking systems. Surveillance, undercover operations, and digital fore
A heavy silence blanketed the Chivayo residence in Borrowdale Brooke on June 23, 2025, as mourners began streaming in to comfort Lulu Chivayo following the sudden death of her father, Mr. Victor Mhlanga. The news of his passing in the early hours of the morning sent shockwaves through both the family and the community. Known for his humility and wisdom, Mr. Mhlanga had been a respected figure in both business and church circles. By midday, the Chivayo home was filled with friends, relatives, and public figures offering condolences. Lulu, visibly shaken, was surrounded by a circle of close friends and family as she tried to process the immense loss. Wicknell Chivayo stood quietly at her side, offering strength and support while receiving mourners at the gate. Inside the hom
Chivayo Allegedly Gave Barwe USD370, Sought Adoration in Return Into this reality steps Chivayo, who has built a reputation as a flamboyant “philanthropist” with a fondness for grandiose handouts. Known for gifting luxury cars and bundles of U.S. dollars to musicians and influencers, Chivayo’s public acts of generosity are often accompanied by video recordings, selfies, and statements of praise from beneficiaries. convicted fraudster Wicknell Chivayo is once again at the centre of public scrutiny—this time over his recent “gift” to veteran state broadcaster journalist Reuben Barwe. The gift, according to sources, amounted to no more than USD370, a sum many are calling “insulting” given Barwe’s 45-year career in Zimbabwe’s pu
Two Harare Police Officers Jailed for Taking Bribes Two police officers from Harare, Dennis Tafadzwa Chivaku (In the image below) and Sharon Madondo, have been found guilty of abusing their duties and were sentenced to four years in prison. One year of the sentence was suspended, so they will spend three years in jail. The two officers were working at a checkpoint near Sunway City Special Economic Zone. They were caught taking bribes from drivers, especially those carrying sand illegally. They were asking for US$5 per truck to let the vehicles pass and collect sand, which is against the law. After people reported the bribery, a trap was set up by the authorities. The operation worked, and both officers were caught taking the money. They were later taken to court, where they were f
ZIMBABWE has recorded an increase in HIV/Aids-related deaths for the period January to June this year compared to the same period in 2024 amid concerns by lawmakers that foreign aid cuts to life-saving programmes are begging to be felt. Health and Child Care minister Douglas Mombeshora, however, was quick to allay the fears saying the increase in HIV/Aids-related deaths was not related to funding cuts.My response to question number 9 is that Aids deaths in 2024 from January to June were 5 712. Forthe same period, January to June 2025, there were 5 932,” Mombeshora said in response on Wednesday in Parliament. “This means that in 2025, there were 220 more deaths compared to 2024 over the same period.” Madzivanyika followed up with a supplementary question asking, &
Zimbabwean Woman in UK Kills Husband After Discovering Infidelity A Zimbabwean woman living in the United Kingdom has been arrested after allegedly killing her husband in a fit of rage upon discovering he was having an affair. The shocking incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning in the town of Luton, where neighbors reported hearing a violent altercation before police arrived at the couple's home. Authorities have since confirmed that the 38-year-old man was found with fatal stab wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. The woman, identified as 34-year-old Tendai M., reportedly confronted her husband after finding explicit messages and photos on his phone that pointed to an ongoing extramarital relationship. What began as a verbal argument quickly escalated,
Oxford, UK – June 2025 A Zimbabwean national was sentenced to 18 weeks in prison this month after attempting to steal from a Tesco supermarket in Oxford and threatening staff with a needle. The man, identified as Zywai Nyahoda, 35, was caught trying to exit the store with concealed goods before being confronted by store security. When stopped, Nyahoda became aggressive and pulled out a syringe, threatening to stab a security guard unless he was allowed to leave. The court heard that Nyahoda has a long history of petty theft and drug-related offenses, with 15 prior convictions covering 54 offenses across multiple towns. His defense argued that his criminal behavior escalated after the loss of his grandmother, which led to a long-term struggle with heroin addiction. Des
On 16 June 2025, the Tshwane Metro Police and SAPS arrested a Zimbabwean woman and her Nigerian husband for human trafficking and forcing women to make online porn0graphy. Police found the woman in Gezina, Pretoria North, and she led them to a house where four women aged 18 to 38, three South Africans and one Malawian, were being made to perform online s€x shows using large screens and cameras. The women said the Zimbabwean woman kept their ID documents and claimed to be their employer. She was arrested on the spot, and later her husband was also arrested at a different place. Both are being held at a police station and may face more charges as the investigation continues.
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A nearly half a billion dollar contract for cancer treatment equipment between the Zimbabwean government and a South African company owned by controversial tenderpreneur Wicknell Chivayo has ignited a major controversy, with critics alleging widespread corruption and a blatant disregard for public procurement procedures. The deal, valued at approximately US$437.28 million over four years, reportedly did not go through a public tendering process. The contract, signed in March 2025, is between the Office of the President and Cabinet, represented by Chief Secretary Martin Rushwaya, and TTM Global Medical Exports (Pty) Ltd of South Africa, represented by CEO Rouxne Styger. Its stated purpose is the “supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of cancer treatment
