What began as a routine child maintenance hearing between former Zimbabwe Warriors footballer Kudakwashe Mahachi and his ex-wife, Marita Ndlovu, has taken a dramatic and unexpected turn. What was supposed to be a straightforward matter concerning financial support for their children has erupted into a high-stakes courtroom battle—complete with allegations of deceit, emotional appeals, and the looming results of a court-mandated DNA test.
The case, which has gripped the public’s attention, intensified when Mahachi’s legal team issued a stern and public warning to Marita during a tense court session. The lawyer declared that if the forthcoming DNA test proves that Mahachi is not the biological father of one of the children in question, Marita could face criminal charges for allegedly misleading the court.
“Providing false information to the court is a serious criminal offence,” Mahachi’s lawyer stated firmly, addressing both the magistrate and Marita. “Should the DNA results show that Mr. Mahachi is not the father, we will not hesitate to initiate legal proceedings for perjury and misrepresentation.”
The warning sent shockwaves through the courtroom, as spectators and legal officials alike absorbed the gravity of the potential consequences. Yet, Marita did not back down. She countered the threat with her own demand: compensation and justice if Mahachi is proven to be the father. According to her, the former footballer’s public challenge to her credibility has not only damaged her reputation but also impacted her children’s emotional well-being.
“This is not just about child maintenance,” Marita said passionately in front of the magistrate. “It’s about my dignity, my integrity as a mother, and the future of my children. If these test results prove that Kudakwashe is the father, then he should be held accountable—not just in court, but publicly—for tarnishing my name.”
Marita further accused Mahachi of using the legal system as a weapon to humiliate her and avoid responsibility. She maintained that her claims regarding paternity have always been truthful, and said that the emotional toll of having to prove what she insists she already knows is significant.
The magistrate, recognising the heightened emotions and the complexity of the dispute, ordered a DNA test to definitively establish paternity. Mahachi was also instructed to pay the full cost of the test. The court emphasised that the results would play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the ongoing maintenance case—and potentially whether criminal charges would be pursued.
Kudakwashe Mahachi and Ex-Wife in Explosive Paternity Dispute: DNA Test Ordered Amid Legal Threats
What began as a seemingly procedural legal matter has now evolved into a much deeper conflict—one involving not just financial support, but also trust, reputation, and the fundamental question of familial identity. For both parties, the stakes could not be higher.
If the DNA test confirms Mahachi’s paternity, he may not only be required to provide child support but could also face repetitional backlash for casting doubt on his ex-wife’s honesty. On the other hand, if the test proves otherwise, Marita could find herself facing serious legal consequences, including a possible charge of perjury.
Beyond the legal ramifications, the case has sparked national debate about parental responsibility, the abuse of legal systems in domestic disputes, and the emotional impact of paternity battles on children. The story has quickly spread across social media and local news outlets, with many Zimbabweans weighing in on the emotional toll such public disputes can have on families.
The magistrate is expected to make a ruling after the DNA results are presented in court in the coming weeks. Until then, both Mahachi and Marita—and by extension, the nation—await the truth.
As this gripping legal and emotional saga unfolds, B-Metro will continue to follow developments closely and provide timely updates.
