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Tsholotsho burglar lands six-month jail term

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BY COURT REPORTER

A Tsholotsho man’s life of crime came crashing down when he was sentenced to six months in prison for burglary.

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Mengesi Sibanda, 26, from Susumani line, was convicted of stealing ZAR1600 in cash from a complainant’s bedroom on January 9.

The court heard that Sibanda had unlocked the complainant’s bedroom door and made off with the cash. He then gave ZAR1500 to his accomplice, Zikhiye Ncube, who transported the stolen money to South Africa and handed it over to Sibanda’s wife.

Meanwhile, Sibanda blew ZAR100 of the stolen cash on beer at local outlets.

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In passing sentence, the Tsholotsho Magistrates’ Court condemned Sibanda’s actions, saying he had shown no remorse for his crime.

Sibanda was sentenced to 12 months in prison, with six months suspended on condition of restitution. He will serve an effective six months behind bars.

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Hwange Colliery Company to resume alcohol monitoring program

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BY STAFF REPORTER 

Hwange Colliery Company Limited has announced that its Alcohol Monitoring Program will officially resume on Wednesday, across all areas.

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According to a memo , the program is a critical part of the company’s commitment to safety, health, and productivity. It is implemented in line with the company’s workplace policies and legal obligations.

The memo stated that ensuring a substance-free work environment, especially in high-risk areas, is essential to the wellbeing of all employees and the overall performance of the organization.

All employees are expected to comply fully with the requirements of the program. Testing will be conducted randomly and routinely as stipulated in the Alcohol & Drug Monitoring Procedure (SHEQP 2.09).

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The memo also warned that appropriate disciplinary procedures will apply in cases of non-compliance or policy violation.

 

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Seven killed, 36 injured in road accidents in Masvingo and Hwange

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BY WANDILE TSHUMA

A tragic weekend on Zimbabwe’s roads has left seven people dead and 36 others injured in two separate accidents in Masvingo and Hwange.

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The first accident occurred on Monday, at around 2:00 a.m. along the Mutare-Masvingo Road when a Toyota Quantum vehicle carrying 22 Zion Christian Church congregants veered off the road and overturned, killing six people and injuring 16 others.

In a separate incident, one person was killed, and 20 others were injured in Hwange when a Nissan NP300 vehicle overturned after its left rim broke on Sunday, at around 5:00 a.m.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has urged motorists to exercise caution on the roads, avoiding speeding and observing all road rules and regulations to prevent such tragic accidents.

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The police are currently working to identify the victims, and the names will be released once the next of kin have been notified.

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Hwange man trampled to death by elephant

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BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI 

A tragic incident occurred in Hwange on Thursday morning when a man was trampled to death by a rampaging elephant bull while on his way to work.

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The victim, identified as John Munzabwa of Lusumbani Village (Number Five), was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to Fidelis Chima, chairman of the Greater Hwange Residents Association, the incident occurred around 6:00 AM when Munzabwa was walking to relieve his colleague at the open cast mine. “The deceased person was actually walking to work early in the morning… when he was charged by an elephant that had a baby,” Chima explained.

Chima confirmed that the open cast mine is located in an urban area, close to Lusumbani Number Five, and is within walking distance for many residents.

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“Usually, workers who reside at Number Five walk to work, especially when there’s no transport,” he said.

The incident has raised concerns among the community about the increasing number of human-wildlife conflicts in the area. “There’s now an increased number of people dying not only due to elephants but also crocodiles and other animals,” Chima noted.

The community attributes the rising conflicts to the increased mining activities in the area, which are disturbing the natural corridors of wildlife.

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Chima says the incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for coexistence between humans and wildlife, and the importance of finding solutions to mitigate these conflicts.

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