Vic Falls COVID-19 taskforce overwhelmed

Published

4 years ago

July 30, 2021

BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

The Victoria Falls Covid-19 task force team is appealing for funds to buy fuel for front line workers dealing with a rising number of infections around the resort city.

In a memo circulated by Christie Brookstein, who is part of the task force, the medical teams are now stretched.

“The Vic Falls medical teams are having to respond to a higher increase in Covid testing, contact tracing and attending to patients,” reads part of the memo seen by VicFallsLive.

“Unfortunately there have been some cases in our surrounding rural areas and our health workers are having to cover considerably wider areas this time round.

“Fuel supply has become a serious impediment to the team’s ability to be able to cover all of the following, maternal and child health iIssues, Covid-19 related issues and Injuries and accidents,”

The teams also need airtime for their mobile phones.

“Once again we are asking our incredible community to support this where they can in the form of cash or in kind,” Brookstein said.

“ Cash can be given to Kim Schlacter at Elephant’s Walk, Mixed Bag – Elephant’s Walk or Martin Mhlanga at Zuva Petroleum.”

As of Friday, Matabeleland North province had 424 active cases of Covid-19 with Hwange district contributing nearly 100 of them.

Zimbabwe is in the middle of a deadly third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic characterised by rising infections and deaths.

Chief Mvutu installation underway

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20 hours ago

August 15, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

Hwange District is bracing for a historic event today as Chief Mvutu is officially installed as the new substantive chief.

The installation ceremony, which comes eleven years after the passing of Silibaziso Mlotshwa’s father in 2014, is featuring speeches, entertainment, and traditional greetings.

According to the programme, the ceremony will commence with the arrival of invited guests, followed by the arrival of distinguished guests.

The event will feature speeches by various dignitaries, including Richard Moyo, Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, and Senator Chief Mtshane Khumalo, President of the National Council of Chiefs.

Other highlights of the ceremony include the investiture of Chief Mvutu, the paying of allegiance by village heads, and the presentation of gifts.

The installation ceremony marks a significant milestone in the district’s history, bringing to an end a protracted dispute over the chieftainship.

The event is expected to attract dignitaries, community leaders, and residents from across the district.

In the community

Nkayi man in court for alleged rape of minor

Published

20 hours ago

August 15, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

A 28-year-old man from Nkayi appeared before the Nkayi Magistrates’ Court, facing charges of raping his 15-year-old niece.

The prosecution alleges that the incident occurred on July 28, 2025, in a secluded bushy area. The accused is said to have sexually assaulted the minor after she refused his advances.

The matter was reported to the authorities, leading to the accused’s arrest. He has been remanded in custody pending his next court appearance.

The case has been referred to the Bulawayo Regional Court for further proceedings, with the accused set to appear on August 26.

In the community

Victoria Falls man sentenced to six months for domestic violence

Published

21 hours ago

August 15, 2025

VicFallsLive

BY STAFF REPORTER

A 33-year-old Victoria Falls man has been sentenced to 6 months imprisonment for domestic violence charges. The sentence was handed down by the Victoria Falls Magistrates’ Court.

The man, from Chinotimba, was arrested on August 3 for a domestic violence charge. According to the National Prosecuting Authority, the facts of the matter are as follows: a misunderstanding arose between the offender and his 32-year-old wife over money left in her jacket. Later that evening, the offender shouted at his wife before strangling her several times on the neck. The victim reported the matter to the police, which led to the offender’s arrest.

The court sentenced the offender to 6 months imprisonment, with two months suspended for five years on condition of good behavior.

A further four months were suspended on the condition that he performs 140 hours of community service.