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Mugabe's son appears in South Africa court over shooting

The youngest son of former Zimbabwean leader Robert Mugabe has appeared in a South African court following a shooting incident involving a gardener at his residence. The event transpired in an affluent suburb north of Johannesburg last month.

The youngest son of former Zimbabwean leader Robert Mugabe has appeared in a South African court following a shooting incident involving a gardener at his residence. The event transpired in an affluent suburb north of Johannesburg last month.

Bail application has been withdrawn, and the case is scheduled to continue on Mon, Mar 17, 2024. Legal representation for Mugabe stated that a plea decision has not yet been made.

Two individuals were arrested on charges of attempted murder, including Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, aged 29. The motive for the shooting remains unknown, and investigations are ongoing. The gardener involved in the incident is reported to be in critical condition.

The youngest son of former Zimbabwean leader Robert Mugabe has appeared in a South African court following a shooting incident involving a gardener at his residence.
Thandiwe Moyo · The African Herald

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe is the youngest son of the late Robert Mugabe, who was removed from power in 2017 after a military takeover. The former president's sons occasionally reside in Johannesburg.

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Based on reporting by Africanews.

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