Woman kills two sons after fight with hubby
Couple found dead after fight over infidelity
Man axes wife to death over infidelity
Man kills step-son
The Zimbabwe Republic Police is concerned with cases of murder, attempted murder and suicide involving couples and family members arising from domestic disputes.
In a statement, national police spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi, said some of the incidents have resulted in loss of life and serious injuries.
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, aged six, and Sean Tavatya, aged nine, before ingesting the same substance.
The two minors died upon admission at Kwekwe District Hospital, while the mother is currently admitted at the same hospital in a critical condition.
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.
Police are conducting investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
On September,22, at Marowa Village, Mukumbura, Robert Tashinga (50) allegedly struck his wife, Nollent Sinosi (36), with an axe following a misunderstanding over allegations of infidelity.
The victim died on the spot, and the suspect reportedly fled from the scene.
In Mvurwi, Police arrested Kudakwashe Rangarirai (27) in connection with a case of murder and attempted murder which occurred in Omeath Extension, Mvurwi on 22nd September 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.
In Nyamhunga, Kariba, Police arrested Emmanuel Mpofu (33) in connection with a case of attempted murder after he severely assaulted his 25-year-old wife following allegations of infidelity.
The victim is receiving treatment at Kariba Hospital.
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.
