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By Priscilla Mafa
Traditional leaders in Zvishavane District have condemned the growing use of dynamites during funeral gatherings, warning that the practice poses a serious threat to public safety and community peace.
The concerns were raised during the Victim Friendly Committee meeting held yesterday at the Regional Court in Zvishavane, where traditional leaders, law enforcement agencies, government departments, and community stakeholders discussed various social and criminal issues affecting communities in the district.
Speaking during the meeting, Chief Masunda expressed alarm over the increasing number of funeral gatherings where individuals use explosives and blasting materials commonly referred to as dynamites.
The chief said the practice has become a dangerous trend that not only disturbs communities but also places the lives of mourners at risk.
Chief Masunda noted that some of the people involved in the incidents are believed to come from outside Zvishavane District, making it difficult for community leaders and local residents to identify and hold perpetrators accountable.
He urged the Zimbabwe Republic Police to intensify investigations and enforce the law against those responsible for illegally using explosives during funerals and other public gatherings.
Traditional leaders said funerals are meant to be peaceful occasions where families and communities gather to mourn and support the bereaved, adding that the use of explosives undermines the dignity of such events.
Zimbabwe Republic Police acknowledged the concerns raised by traditional leaders and called on members of the public to cooperate with police by reporting individuals involved in illegal possession or use of explosives.
Community leaders also emphasized the importance of public awareness campaigns aimed at educating people about the dangers associated with explosives and reckless behaviour during social gatherings.
The Victim Friendly Committee meeting concluded with calls for continued community engagement and collective action in addressing emerging social and criminal challenges affecting Zvishavane District.
The concerns were raised during the Victim Friendly Committee meeting held yesterday at the Regional Court in Zvishavane, where traditional leaders, law enforcement agencies, government departments, and community stakeholders discussed various social and criminal issues affecting communities in the district.
Speaking during the meeting, Chief Masunda expressed alarm over the increasing number of funeral gatherings where individuals use explosives and blasting materials commonly referred to as dynamites.
The chief said the practice has become a dangerous trend that not only disturbs communities but also places the lives of mourners at risk.
Chief Masunda noted that some of the people involved in the incidents are believed to come from outside Zvishavane District, making it difficult for community leaders and local residents to identify and hold perpetrators accountable.
He urged the Zimbabwe Republic Police to intensify investigations and enforce the law against those responsible for illegally using explosives during funerals and other public gatherings.
Traditional leaders said funerals are meant to be peaceful occasions where families and communities gather to mourn and support the bereaved, adding that the use of explosives undermines the dignity of such events.
Zimbabwe Republic Police acknowledged the concerns raised by traditional leaders and called on members of the public to cooperate with police by reporting individuals involved in illegal possession or use of explosives.
Community leaders also emphasized the importance of public awareness campaigns aimed at educating people about the dangers associated with explosives and reckless behaviour during social gatherings.
The Victim Friendly Committee meeting concluded with calls for continued community engagement and collective action in addressing emerging social and criminal challenges affecting Zvishavane District.
Published
May 28, 2026 at 7:30 AM
