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Govt says hunting down traffickers after 15 Zimbabweans die abroad

Information minister Soda Zhemu said the victims were deceived into taking up what were presented as legitimate jobs, only to be pushed into active combat.

By Brent Shamu Mar. 25, 2026

Govt says hunting down traffickers after 15 Zimbabweans die abroad

‘I didn’t know how to shoot’: how African men have been tricked into fighting for Russia

A growing number of people from Africa – including Kenya, Uganda and South Africa – and elsewhere have been lured to the frontline as Russia seeks manpower to sustain its war.

By The Guardian Jan. 27, 2026

‘I didn’t know how to shoot’: how African men have been tricked into fighting for Russia

Vietnamese duo in soup over human trafficking

Hau Phan (28) and Thi Doung (26) were remanded in custody for bail application.

By Trevor Mutsvairo Sep. 24, 2025

Vietnamese duo in soup over human trafficking

Harare man jailed for raping minor

Man from Hatcliff will spend the next 15 years in jail following his conviction on charges of raping a minor

By Trevor Mutsvairo Sep. 14, 2025

Zim, SA facing migration challenges: UN

The commemorations were attended by various stakeholders, including government officials, diplomats and civil society organisation members.

By Takudzwa Munemo Dec. 13, 2024

Zimbos jailed for human trafficking in Botswana

The reports also indicated that when they were intercepted, the two local men told the police that they were expected to hand over the irregular immigrants to Shoniwa.

By Silas Nkala Oct. 24, 2024

Zimbos jailed for human trafficking in Botswana

Cop convicted of human trafficking

Through misrepresentation, Mashonganyika recruited three victims after promising them high-paying hotel jobs in Dubai.

By Trevor Mutsvairo Mar. 8, 2024

Human traffickers exploit Zim’s laws, turn RGM International Airport into transit route

Data from cases that IOM assisted over the last 10 years show that nearly 80% of international human trafficking journeys cross through official border control points, including airports.

By Moses Mugugunyeki Feb. 4, 2024