Former Member of Parliament for Chivhu South, Killer Zivhu has decided to offer $2500 to a woman filmed assaulting her 10-month-old baby in a distressing incident.
Zivhu has chosen to show compassion over punishment to the woman as he sees her behavior an indication of stress stemming from poverty, although he condemning her actions.
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Zivhu argues that the solution to this tragic situation lies not in imprisonment but in providing the mother with necessary counseling. He emphasizes that removing her from her child would only inflict additional suffering on both parties. To assist her in starting anew, Zivhu has generously offered a sum of US$2,500.
Condemning the act, but considering the context. Poverty & frustration drove her to desperation. She needs counselling, not prison. Mother & child will suffer more if separated. I'm offering $2500 to help her start anew #CompassionOverJudgment #SupportNotPunish pic.twitter.com/KCodpTr2ct
— Hon Zivhu (@killerzivhu1) October 14, 2024
The Zimbabwe Republic Police reported the arrest of a 30-year-old woman linked to the shocking abuse of her infant. This incident took place in Temberere Village, located in Zimunya, Mutare, on October 11, 2024.
The case drew significant attention when a disturbing video surfaced on social media, showcasing the mother engaging in violent behaviour towards her child. In the footage, she can be seen physically assaulting the infant while demanding silence, all while forcing the baby to crawl.
The graphic content of this video has ignited widespread outrage and calls for justice, with many community members expressing their horror over the depicted actions and sparking crucial discussions about child safety and protection.
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Following the video’s viral spread, the woman was apprehended by private investigator Tafadzwa Chidawa and his team. In a video recording of the questioning, she claimed that the child’s father had abandoned his parental responsibilities. The viral video showed her using a thick stick to punish her child, resulting in her immediate custody by law enforcement officials.
