Nyore Madzianike
Senior Reporter
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has raised concern over the growing number of marital crimes resulting in loss of life, calling for the restoration of family values and respect for the sanctity of life.
Addressing delegates at the Zanu PF National People’s Conference in Chinhoyi, the President said reported cases of domestic violence were a cause for concern and urged Zimbabweans to uphold positive cultural values.
“On the social and cultural development front, I am gravely concerned by the growing number of reported marital crimes which are resulting in the loss of lives.
“This is not who we are as the Zimbabwean people. I call for the restoration of family values and respect for the sanctity of life.
“SeMusangano weruzhinji rwevanhu veZimbabwe, ngatirambei tichikurudzira tsika nemagariro akanaka.”
President Mnangagwa’s remarks come amid a spate of reported domestic violence cases across the country, some of which have resulted in deaths and serious injuries.
In a recent statement, national police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi reported that on September 21, at Maisa Village, Zhombe, Emily Takadii (23) allegedly had a misunderstanding with her husband over allegations of infidelity.
She allegedly gave a poisonous substance to her two sons, Shyne Tavatya and Sean Tavatya, aged six and nine, before ingesting the same substance.
The two minors died upon admission at Kwekwe District Hospital.
In Glen View 3, Harare, a couple, Nyasha Mhungu (35) and Olga Muzhingi (30), who were reportedly experiencing marital disputes, were found dead in their bedroom on September 23, 2026.
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
In another incident, Robert Tashinga (50) allegedly struck his wife, Nollent Sinosi (36), with an axe following a misunderstanding over allegations of infidelity at Marowa Village, Mukumbura, on September 22, 2026.
The woman died on the spot while the suspect reportedly fled from the scene.
Meanwhile, police in Mvurwi arrested Kudakwashe Rangarirai (27) in connection with a murder and attempted murder case that occurred in Omeath Extension on September 22, 2026.
The suspect allegedly killed his two-year-old stepson, Prince Owen Mugari, and seriously injured his 23-year-old wife.
“He subsequently ingested a poisonous substance and is currently admitted at Mvurwi Hospital. His wife is admitted in critical condition at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals,” Comm Nyathi said.
In Nyamhunga, Kariba, police arrested Emmanuel Mpofu (33) in connection with an attempted murder case after he allegedly severely assaulted his 25-year-old wife following allegations of infidelity.
The victim is receiving treatment at Kariba Hospital.
Comm Nyathi urged couples and family members to resolve their differences peacefully and seek professional assistance where necessary.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police urges couples and family members to seek peaceful and lawful means of resolving their differences.
“Members of the public are encouraged to seek counselling and involve trusted third parties, including traditional leaders, church leaders and professional counsellors, when faced with marital or domestic challenges.”
