A Nyanga father beat up his 14-year-old daughter who later died of injuries sustained after he accused her of falling into a love relationship with a neighbor.

Police said on Saturday that Amos Rutendo Nyamangodo of Nyanga has been arrested “in connection with a case of murder in which his daughter, Rufaro Nyamangodo, 14, died on 29 December 2023 after allegedly being hit with a mulberry tree switch all over the body on 23 December 2023 at Mangwanda Village, Mutasa, Honde Valley.

“The suspect had allegedly accused the victim of having an affair with a neighbor,” police said.

Cases of parents beating up and killing their children are common in Zimbabwe. Most parents believe severe punishment is best for their children.

In other news – Winky D fills up HICC for 2023 ShutDown

Renowned Zimbabwean musician, Winky D, has drawn a massive crowd into the Harare International Conference Centre this Sunday, marking a phenomenal end to the year 2023.

The event, aptly titled “2 Decades of Excellence,” celebrates Winky D’s illustrious career in the music industry. As the sun set over Harare, earlier on, the conference center transformed into a vibrant hub of energy, with fans from all corners of the city and beyond converging to witness a historic performance. Read More