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7 South Africans in court over Elvis Nyathi’s brutal killing

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JOHANNESBURG – Seven South African men have appeared at a Johannesburg magistrates court on Tuesday afternoon in connection with the murder of Zimbabwean national Elvis Nyathi.

“We can confirm, as the National Prosecuting Authority [NPA], that a group of seven men appeared in court in relation to the murder of Elvis Nyathi,” NPA spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane told News24 on Tuesday.

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Nyathi was killed in Diepsloot, Johannesburg, on 7 April 2022, allegedly by a mob.

The men face charges of murder, attempted murder, kidnapping, robbery with aggravating circumstances, assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm and extortion.

Fourteen suspects were initially arrested. However, after prosecutors went through the contents of the docket, it was decided there was insufficient evidence against the other seven.

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The seven accused will remain in custody until 22 April 2022 for them to acquire legal representation.

Meanwhile, Nyathi’s family at the weekend stopped short of blaming the government for his gruesome killing in South Africa, saying his death could have been avoided if he could afford a passport.

Nyathiwas buried at Bulawayo’s Umvutsha cemetery on Saturday.

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Mphathisi Ndlovu, a family representative, told mourners at a service at the Brethren in Christ Church, Lobengula suburb that Nyathi did not deserve a cruel death over a passport.

“Elvis died because he had no passport,” Ndlovu said.

“Our passport is very expensive. Even those of us who are not in Zimbabwe cannot afford.

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“If you want the cheap one, it takes too long or at times it fails to come out.”

Passport fees are set at US$100 and US$200 for an ordinary and emergency travelling document respectively.

“We appeal to the government to intervene on the issue, we know the economy is bad but we should not suffer,” Ndlovu said.

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“How was Nyathi going to afford a passport with a gardener’s salary?”

Nyathi was given a state-assisted funeral.

Another family member Godknows Nyathi narrated how his brother was brutally killed.

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“They were sleeping when they heard a group of people, who were asking for identity cards and passports.

“When they heard this they went to hide in fear of the mob because they had no passports,” Goodknows said.

“They went around the shacks  until they found my brother and his wife.

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“He ran away, but they found him.

“They attacked him with sharp objects and they took him back home as they suspected he was armed.

“However, they could not find anything at home.”

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Goodknows added: “The wife managed to produce her passport…that is when they took him, dragged him into the street.

“His blood was all over the street and they burnt him alive and we had to wipe the blood in the streets.”

Bulawayo Provincial Affairs minister Judith Ncube said Nyathi’s death was a very painful experience for the entire country.

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“The death of Nyathi was very painful, when we told (President Emmerson) Mnangagwa, he was speechless and failed to say anything,” Ncube said.

Nyathi was born on February 14, 1979 in Brunapeg.

He left behind four children and wife, Nomsa Tshuma.

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Several government officials, leaders of political parties, chiefs and thousands of Bulawayo residents attended the funeral. – New24/The Standard

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Police Hunt For A Nkayi Murder Fugitive

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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. 

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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.”

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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. 

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“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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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. 

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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. 

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“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.

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“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. ” 

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