The High Court in Harare has acquitted Marry Mubaiwa, the ex-wife of Zimbabwe’s Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, of attempted murder charges after a protracted seven-year legal battle. The case, which garnered significant public attention, saw Mubaiwa on remand for an extended period. Her legal team successfully argued for a discharge, citing a lack of sufficient evidence to proceed with the trial. This development marks a major turn in a case that has been closely watched across Zimbabwe.
Key Players Involved
- Marry Mubaiwa: Ex-wife of Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, defendant in the attempted murder case.
- Constantino Chiwenga: Vice President of Zimbabwe and former husband of Marry Mubaiwa.
- Harare High Court: The judicial body that presided over the case.
Event Timeline
- October 27, 2026, 9:51 PM (Zimbabwe time): News breaks regarding the collapse of the murder case.
- Past 7 years: Period during which Marry Mubaiwa was on remand facing the charges.
