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ZRP riot detains 19 MRP members in Bulawayo

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BY STAFF REPORTER

The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) has reported that a group of 19 members and community volunteers were arrested by the police riot team while participating in a peaceful clean-up activity in Mzilikazi this morning.

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According to the MRP Information Department, the arrest was “unjust and unwarranted” and they demand the immediate release of their members and volunteers.

“Nineteen (19) MRP members and community volunteers who were participating in a peaceful clean-up activity from Noczim Matshobane to eMatshipsini in Mzilikazi have been arrested by the ZRP Riot team,” MRP said.

“The group was taken away a short while ago and are currently being held at ZRP Entumbane.”

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“We condemn this action by the ZRP and urge all MRP members and community leaders to remain calm and peaceful,” said the department. “We will be engaging with relevant authorities to demand justice.”

The MRP Information Department has promised to provide regular updates on the situation as more information becomes available.

“We will provide further instructions and guidance as necessary,” they said. “Please stay tuned for further updates.”

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The arrest has sparked outrage and concern among the community, with many calling for the release of the MRP members and volunteers.

Meanwhile the Zimbabwe Human Rights Association has announced on X that, “Unidentified men have just scalled the walls of Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition offices (Harare). They disembarked from a white Toyota Hilux GD6.”

For the past two months, Zimbabwe has seen several activists and opposition party members being arrested, amid concerns over the violations of human rights.

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NB: This is a developing, and more information  from the police will be provided as it becomes available.

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Coal train in flames: NRZ locomotive damaged in fire incident

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BY WANDILE TSHUMA 

A National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) locomotive suffered significant damage after catching fire while transporting export coal to Zambi. The incident occurred between Kalala and Matetsi sidings, resulting in the explosion of the locomotive’s fuel tanks.

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According to the NRZ press statement on Monday, “A National Railways of Zimbabwe locomotive suffered some damages after it caught fire this afternoon while transporting export coal to Zambia.” Fortunately, the crew members on board managed to escape unharmed.

The NRZ responded swiftly to the incident, dispatching a rescue train with crews to the site. The team successfully extinguished the fire, preventing further damage. However, the locomotive itself sustained considerable damage.

The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, with investigations currently underway. “Investigations are already underway to establish the cause of the fire and the amount of damage to the locomotive,” the NRZ statement read.

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Ranger killed by elephant in Kariba

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BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI 

A 62-year-old ranger, Josphat Mandishara, was tragically killed by an elephant in Kariba yesterday.

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Mandishara, who worked for the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks), was on patrol in the Gatche-gatche area with fellow rangers and police officers.

At around 10 pm, Mandishara returned to the harbor where their boat was docked, and that’s when he encountered the elephant. The elephant charged at him, causing fatal injuries. His colleagues were nearby, resupplying at the Gatche-gatche Irrigation Scheme.

Mandishara’s body was taken to Kariba District Hospital for a post-mortem, and the incident was reported to the police.

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ZimParks has sent a team to manage the problem elephant and prevent similar incidents in the future.

The Director General of ZimParks, Prof. Edson Gandiwa, and his team have sent condolences to Mandishara’s family, friends, and colleagues. Mandishara will be remembered for his dedication to wildlife conservation in Zimbabwe.

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ZIMRA customs officer appears in court for criminal abuse of office

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A Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) customs officer, Phillip Kuvenga, has been accused of criminal abuse of office for allegedly assisting in the importation of banned motor vehicles.

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Kuvenga, 28, who is stationed at Victoria Falls, allegedly received documents from clients, completed valuation sheets, and carried out the valuation process. However, he is accused of endorsing different chassis numbers to deceive his supervisors during the validation and approval process.

After obtaining approval, Kuvenga would capture the correct chassis numbers in the ASYCUDA World System. He would then alter or replace the documents submitted earlier to his supervisors.

The offense came to light when a motor vehicle that had not yet arrived in Zimbabwe was found to have been already registered. A thorough check by ZIMRA led to Kuvenga’s arrest.

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Kuvenga appeared in court on February 1, where he was denied bail by Magistrate Gift Manyka. He is expected to appear in court again today for another bail hearing.

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