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MUKONYORA v THE STATE (3 of 2026) [2026] ZWHHC 3 (2 January 2026)
The High Court refused bail pending appeal after a rape conviction, finding no realistic prospects of success on conviction or sentence and noting aggravating circumstances.
Jabulani v State (54 of 2025) [2025] ZWMTHC 54 (25 September 2025)
The High Court dismissed an application for condonation and leave to appeal, finding no prospects of success in the challenge to convictions for rape and kidnapping.
State v Chipinda [2025] ZWHHC 426 (16 July 2025)
Bail pending appeal was refused after the High Court found no prospects of success on the conviction or sentence grounds raised by the applicant.
Mabvumba v State (404 of 2025) [2025] ZWHHC 404 (7 July 2025)
The High Court dismissed a criminal sentence appeal, holding that separate sentences for multiple robberies and rape were justified and not shockingly harsh.
Jamu v State (220 of 2025) [2025] ZWHHC 220 (31 March 2025)
The High Court dismissed Isaac Jamu’s appeal against a rape conviction and sentence, holding that co-perpetration was proved and the sentence was not excessive.
S v Musarurwa (45 of 2025) [2025] ZWHHC 45 (28 January 2025)
There are no prospects of success on appeal against conviction or sentence, and the likelihood of abscondment is heightened by the lengthy prison term. The application for bail pending appeal is without merit.
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State v Nyamadzawo (163 of 2024) [2024] ZWBHC 163 (19 November 2024)
The High Court set aside a rape conviction after holding that the accused was denied a fair opportunity to secure legal representation before trial.
S v Zidyengi (303 of 2024) [2024] ZWHHC 303 (17 July 2024)
The High Court set aside a rape conviction after finding no expert proof that the complainant lacked capacity to consent, and the record indicated consent.
S v Kufandada and Another (233 of 2024) [2024] ZWHHC 233 (6 June 2024)
High Court review of robbery and rape sentences. Convictions were upheld, but the court set aside the rape sentence, rejected concurrency, and imposed consecutive terms.
S v Musemesi (217 of 2024) [2024] ZWHHC 217 (31 May 2024)
The High Court allowed a rape appeal, finding the charge did not properly raise mental incapacity and the trial court wrongly relied on its own internet research.
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