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Binga fisherman escaping elephant herd jumps into crocodile’s jaws

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2 years ago

September 30, 2022

BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

A Binga fisherman was seriously injured after he was attacked by crocodile when he jumped into river while escaping from a herd of elephants that had encircled him.

Windas Sianene from Saba village is reportedly battling for his life at Mpilo Hospital following the vicious attack by the reptile at Mlibizi River.

Charles Muzamba, the councillor for Saba, said Sianene was fishing with colleagues when he suddenly realised that he had was surrounded by menacing elephants.

The fisherman jumped into the river, only to land on the jaws of a crocodile.

“It happened around 7AM when he was in the company of three other villagers whom he was fishing with,”Muzamba said.

“The witnesses told me that as they were doing the fishing, a herd of elephants approached from two sides and seeing that they were in danger, he decided to throw himself into the river intending to swim to the other side and that’s when the crocodile attacked him before he could swim out.”

Muzamba said Sianene was rescued by other fishing, who fought off the crocodile.

“They fought with the crocodile and he kept getting bruised and injured,” Muzamba said.

“He lost too much blood and he was injured with his left legs severely crushed.

“The area is known for human-wildlife conflict and people get trapped when elephants visit the area because on the other side there is a huge mountain, which is not easy to climb in an emergency and this is why he opted to seek refuge in the river.”

Sianene’s graphic pictures showing the extent of his injuries have been circulating on social media.

Muzamba said earlier this week, a Forestry Commission employee was attacked by a crocodile on the same river.

“That was even more critical and he was bruised all over his body by the crocodile as he was fishing.

“We haven’t received an update about his condition and we don’t know the hospital where he was taken to, but most of his body parts were crushed after the rescue.”

Matabeleland North police spokesperson Inspector Glory Banda was not answering his mobile phone when efforts were made to get a comment on the two incidents.

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Police Hunt For A Nkayi Murder Fugitive

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4 months ago

January 11, 2024

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BY STAFF REPORTER

A Nkayi man is reportedly on the run after allegedly assaulting a fellow villager with an unknown object on the head on New Year’s Day.

Police have identified the fugitive at Joinisa Tshuma from Dabe village who is being sought for a murder charge.

“ZRP is appealing for information which may lead to the arrest of Joinisa Tshuma who is being sought in connection with a case of murder in which Mcebisi Moyo died on 07/01/24,” police appealed.

“The suspect allegedly assaulted the victim on the head with an unknown object near a bush in Dabe Village, Nkayi on 01/01/24 before he fled the scene.”

According to police, the victim sustained some head injuries and he was admitted at Nkayi District Hospital where he succumbed to the injuries.

Meanwhile, Police in Machipisa are also investigating a case of murder which occurred on Wednesday, in which a yet to be identified male adult approximately aged 30 years who was wearing a yellow t-shirt, black trousers, black gum boots and a black cap, was found lying dead with a stab wound on the back near Mapuranga Transport Service Garage in Harare.

Police are also appealing to the public with information surrounding the incident.

“Anyone with information to report at any nearest Police Station.”

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Full ZRP Statement on Armed Robberies Raiding Elite Schools

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4 months ago

January 11, 2024

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As the schools open, parents and guardians are in the process of paying school fees, levies and other related school costs, for their children.

School authorities are therefore urged to deposit all monies at financial institutions to curb armed robbery cases.

The issue of collecting cash by school authorities at schools should be reconsidered given the recent armed robbery cases.

The Police has recorded armed robbery cases in Bulawayo and Chinhoyi in which schools are being targeted.

In one of the cases, unknown suspects pounced at George Silundika High School at corner George Silundika Street and Third Avenue, Bulawayo on 06th January 2024, where they stole US$17 280.00 cash which was in a cash box.

In another case which occurred at Lomagundi College, Chinhoyi on 09th January 2024, 12 unknown suspects attacked security guards before stealing an undisclosed amount of cash, a Mazda Tribute motor vehicle, cellphones and laptops, among other valuables.

School authorities are urged to step up security measures at schools and employ guards from reputable security service providers who constantly monitor and review deployments.

Above all, school authorities should install CCTV at points of entry and administration offices.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police is concerned that some of these robbery cases are resulting from leakage of information.

Members of the public are warned that those who provide inside information to robbery syndicates will be arrested.

Police crack teams are firm on the ground and will pounce on armed robbery syndicates for the law to take its course in earnest.

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ARTUZ condemns government for opening of school amid Cholera outbreak

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4 months ago

January 11, 2024

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BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) has condemned the government’s decision to reopen schools due to the cholera outbreak wreaking havoc in most parts of the country, labeling the move reckless and disregarding the pressing concerns raised by parents and teachers.

Statistics released by the Ministry of Health and Child Care last week showed since the outbreak of cholera, Zimbabwe has recorded 15 137 suspected cholera cases, 1 759 confirmed cases, 14 578 recoveries, 67 confirmed deaths and 266 suspected deaths.

“We vehemently condemn the government’s reckless decision to open schools amidst the widespread cholera outbreak, completely disregarding the pressing concerns raised by parents and teachers,” reads the statement.

“We demand that the government immediately mobilize substantial resources to ensure the safe reopening of schools because our children deserve nothing less than a secure and conducive learning environment.

“It is the duty of the government to provide sanitary solutions and ensure the safety and well-being of our children.

The union also called on the government to consider an upward increment of teachers’ salaries, criticizing the government’s lack of engagement with educators, particularly regarding their ongoing demand for a US$1 260 salary.

“Also, it is utterly disappointing to witness such a hasty move without even bothering to engage with the educators who have been tirelessly advocating for a just salary of US$1260.

“The safety and welfare of our students and teachers should be the utmost priority, but it seems that the government is callously neglecting this responsibility.

“It is high time for the government to prioritize the well-being of our education system and take meaningful action to address the urgent needs of our dedicated teachers. ”