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B-Metro Reporter
A ZVISHAVANE pastor has been dragged before the Kwekwe Magistrates’ Court after he allegedly sexually assaulted an 18-year-old congregant in Redcliff.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ), the pastor defiled the man on 11 August 2025 at the victim’s home where he had been visiting the family.
“The victim allegedly woke up to find himself being caressed by the accused person. When the victim enquired about his actions, the accused person allegedly said that the victim was ‘too handsome’ and the lack of beard made him feel as if he was in bed with a woman,” said the NPAZ .
The court heard that the accused then forcibly removed the victim’s shorts, threatening to shoot him with a gun if he screamed or told anyone. He allegedly forced the victim to lie on his stomach and sexually assaulted him three times.
After the third attack, the accused allegedly ordered the victim to perform a sexual act on him. Terrified, the victim complied.
The accused reportedly left the home around 6:30AM. The traumatised teenager confided in his aunt later that day, leading to a police report at Redcliff Police Station and the pastor’s arrest.
The accused was remanded in custody and will return to court on 27 August 2025 for trial.
