Initial reports indicated that no Nigerian citizens were aboard the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner that crashed in Ahmedabad, India, on June 12, 2025. The Nigerian High Commission in New Delhi remained in contact with Indian authorities to verify this information and provide consular assistance if needed. A total of 242 people were on board the flight, including 169 Indians, 53 Britons, one Canadian, and seven Portuguese nationals. The Federal Government has expressed profound sorrow and extends its heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of India over the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171 in Ahmedabad on Thursday. Nigeria stands in solidarity with India during this period of immense grief and unfortunate loss,” a statement by the Spo
LIVERPOOL – UK based Zimbabwean gospel singer, model and pastor, Walter Chahwanda (33) currently in remand prison, has been charged with additional offences as part of an ongoing sexual offences investigation by Merseyside Police. Chahwanda who leads the Walter Chahwanda Ministries was initially charged with “rape; assault by penetration and sending photograph/film of genitals to cause alarm, distress or humiliation.” As reported previously by waltermagaya, Chahwanda of Plemonstall Court in Chester, was arrested on Thursday 13 March 2025 and before that, Thursday 27 February 2024, and charged with sexual offences including rape. He remains in custody on remand while we awaits his trial in September. Below are the eleven offences he faced in March 2025:
London, UK — Authorities have shut down three Zimbabwean Masowe apostolic churches operating illegally in the United Kingdom, citing violations of public safety laws and failure to obtain the required licenses. The churches, based in Manchester, Birmingham, and London, had been conducting services in public parks and rented community halls without proper authorization or compliance with local council regulations. In Manchester, the church was led by Madzibaba Thomas Phiri, who allegedly held large gatherings weekly in a warehouse without fire safety certifications or insurance. Meanwhile, in Birmingham, Madzibaba John Kamhuka was found leading all-night prayer sessions in a residential basement, disturbing neighbors and ignoring previous warnings from city officials. The London br
A joyous graduation celebration ended in unimaginable heartbreak after eight Zimbabweans were killed in a horrific road accident near Dunstable, United Kingdom, late Saturday night. The group had been returning from a graduation ceremony at the University of Bedfordshire when their rented minibus collided with a heavy goods vehicle on the rain-slick A5. According to emergency services, the impact was so severe that several passengers died instantly, while others succumbed to their injuries before help could arrive. The victims have been identified as: – Tafadzwa Ndlovu, 28, of Luton, a healthcare worker and aspiring entrepreneur – Chipo Mavunga, 19, a recent A-Level graduate from Leicester – Tendai Mufambi, 34, a father of two from Northampton &nd
BULAWAYO police officer is in the dock after allegedly turning the long arm of the law into a cheap backdoor hustle. Shepherd Vutete (49), a trusted officer stationed at Nkulumane Police Station, allegedly illegally released three armed robbery suspects and accepted bribes in the form of US$25 and ZAR100 along with negotiations for a blue Honda Fit used in the crime. Vutete appeared before Magistrate Archie Wochiwunga on corruption charges and is facing serious heat over his conduct during a night shift gone rogue.A BULAWAYO police officer is in the dock after allegedly turning the long arm of the law into a cheap backdoor hustle. Shepherd Vutete (49), a trusted officer stationed at Nkulumane Police St
LEEDS – Two Zimbabwean nationals, Timothy Magaya (26) and Obert Ndlovu, lost their lives in a dramatic late-night incident in Leeds after allegedly breaking into a cellphone store and exchanging gunfire with private security. According to West Yorkshire Police, the pair attempted to rob a high-end electronics shop in the city centre shortly after midnight. Surveillance footage reportedly shows the two forcing entry into the store before being confronted by armed security personnel responding to the break-in. As the suspects tried to flee, shots were fired in both directions, resulting in both men being fatally wounded at the scene. Investigations are ongoing, and authorities are working with the Zimbabwean Embassy to notify the families. The incident has spa
The National SPCA are investigating an influencer’s viral TikTok video, which featured a notably starving dog in it. However, the woman – Sasha Tshiamo – claims she is not responsible for the animal. SPCA INVESTIGATING INFLUENCER’S TIKTOK WITH STARVED ANIMAL On the X platform, a video of influencer Sasha Tshiamo quickly went viral. But the TikTok had nothing to do with the content creator’s flair for fashion or curvy figure. Instead, an emaciated dog in the background of the clip had social media users up in arms. The animal’s ribcage was clearly visible, and it appeared lethargic. Many South Africans called on animal rights activists like the SPCA to intervene. @Zakhele27520120: “@NSPCA_SA Please, that dog is suffering there, do
ECD teacher arrested for culpable homicide after pupil, 3, dies in swimming pool in heartbreaking tragedy An Early Childhood Development (ECD) teacher has been arrested and charged with culpable homicide following the tragic drowning of a three-year-old pupil in a swimming pool in Harare. The teacher, Martha Karonda Rice, aged 50, of Rugare suburb, appeared before the Harare Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 5 June 2025. She faces a single count of culpable homicide. The charge stems from an incident that occurred at St Anne’s Primary School in Mabelreign, where she is employed. ZBC reports that according to court papers, the incident happened on Tuesday, 3 June 2025, when Rice was allegedly the only adult responsible for supervising seven ECD pupils. During this time, s
Zimbabwean entrepreneur and social media personality Given Shumba tragically lost his life in a car accident along Seke Road late Thursday night. Eyewitnesses report that Shumba’s vehicle veered off the road and collided with a tree near the Chitungwiza turn-off. Emergency services responded swiftly, but he was pronounced dead at the scene due to severe injuries. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash, though initial reports suggest speeding may have been a factor. News of Shumba’s untimely death has sent shockwaves across Zimbabwe, with fans and public figures flooding social media with tributes. Known for his inspirational rise from humble beginnings to becoming a respected figure in the youth empowerment space, Shumba had recently launched a
MADAM Boss’ husband, Ngonidzashe Munetsiwa, once enjoyed a good time celebrating the birthday of his lover, H-Metro has exclusively gathered. This has been revealed by some of the photos which were leaked when clashed with Madam Boss on Monday. Evangelista sent the photographs to her inner circle after Madam Boss threatened to evict her from the home where she is staying in Riverside, Chitungwiza. Some of the pictures show her having a good time with Ngoni. An impeccable source, close to Evangelista, told H-Metro that her fears were that she would lose all the evidence of the good times she used to enjoy with Ngoni. She claims Ngoni is responsible for her pregnancy. “Evangelista was assaulted and her phone tampered with,” said the source.&nbs
