Bellarmine Mugabe, son of the late former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, has been released after the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) withdrew drug possession charges against him. Mugabe appeared before the Harare Magistrates’ Court on October 16, 2026, following his arrest.
According to reports, Mugabe was allegedly found with 72 grams of narcotics, which were reportedly in the bag of his friend, Max Mugaba. The case against Bellarmine was withdrawn before he entered a plea.
The arrest and subsequent release of a member of the prominent Mugabe family sparked significant public interest and discussion on social media, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny of the family’s public image.
Key Players Involved
- Bellarmine Mugabe: Son of the late former President Robert Mugabe, arrested and later had drug possession charges withdrawn.
- National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ): The body that withdrew the charges against Mugabe.
- Max Mugaba: Friend of Bellarmine Mugabe, in whose bag the alleged narcotics were found.
Event Timeline
- October 16, 2026: Bellarmine Mugabe appears before the Harare Magistrates’ Court.
- October 16, 2026: National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) withdraws drug possession charges against Bellarmine Mugabe.
