Freelance journalist Judith Nyuke, 39, has died after she was struck by a Geo Pomona Waste Management truck along Harare Drive near Art Farm in Pomona on Saturday afternoon.
The accident occurred at about 3:30 pm on Saturday, 19 September 2026, according to Zimbabwe Republic Police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi.
Nyuke was a specialist court reporter who had spells with H-Metro and 263Chat. She was working as a freelance journalist at the time of her death.
Geo Pomona, which is contracted by the City of Harare for waste collection, has confirmed that one of its vehicles was involved in the fatal crash.
In a statement issued on Sunday, 20 September 2026, Geo Pomona Waste Management Pvt Limited confirmed that one of its vehicles had been involved in the fatal crash, saying the company was “profoundly” saddened by the death.
“Geo Pomona Waste Management confirms with profound sadness that one of its vehicles was involved in a fatal road traffic accident that resulted in the loss of life of a member of the public,” the company said.
“The accident occurred along Harare Drive on Saturday afternoon and resulted in the death of a freelance journalist. Geo Pomona is deeply saddened by this loss and extends its sincere condolences to the family, friends, colleagues and wider media community during this extremely difficult time.”
The company said its immediate thoughts were with the bereaved family and all those affected.
“We understand the pain and concern caused by this incident, and we are approaching the matter with the seriousness, care and respect it deserves,” the statement reads.
Geo Pomona said it takes the incident with the “utmost seriousness” and has initiated an internal review. It said it is co-operating fully with the relevant authorities as they establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“We are committed to ensuring that this process is handled responsibly, transparently and with due care for all those affected,” the company said.
The waste management firm said it would not provide further details until verified information is available, out of respect for the family’s privacy and the ongoing police investigation.
“We recognise the public concern that follows such a tragic incident; however, at this stage, and out of respect for the family’s privacy and the ongoing police investigation, we will not provide further details until verified information is available. Geo Pomona remains committed to communicating responsibly and transparently as appropriate,” it said.
“Geo Pomona remains committed to engaging the family with compassion and respect, and to offering appropriate support during this extraordinarily difficult time.”
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