NewsDay Journalist Kenneth Nyangani was released today after being detained at Mutare Central Police Station for two days. Nyangani was arrested on Monday after NewsDay had published a story which alleged that First Lady Grace Mugabe had donated used underwear and nightdresses to Zanu-PF supporters in Mutare.
The police had considered charging Nyangani with criminal defamation but later charged him with Criminal Nuisance. He was released on $200 bail after being represented by Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights’ lawyers Passmore Nyakureba, Peggy Tavagadza and Brian Majamanda.
ZANU PF Member of Parliament for Chikanga-Dangamvura Esau Mupfumi reportedly filed the report with the police and deposed to a statement, although, it is unclear if the legislator is the complainant himself or the First Lady.
Image Credit & More: Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights
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