Johnson Progress

Former police officer Jason Muvevi is set to face trial in March 2026 for a string of murders that shocked the nation.

Muvevi, who was previously declared mentally unfit, has been deemed fit to stand trial after undergoing treatment at Chikurubi Psychiatric Unit.

Magistrate Ruth Moyo confirmed the update, stating, “The doctors have concluded that the accused is capable of standing trial,” clearing the way for Muvevi’s case to be sent to the High Court.

Muvevi is accused of carrying out a violent series of shootings across Harare, Hwedza, and Mutare, leaving four people dead and four others injured.

The victims include Nyarai Round, Chrispen Kanerusine, Inspector Maxwell Hove, and Munashe Majani.

According to Raphel Nyahwema, a survivor, Muvevi fired three shots at him from less than 10 meters away after he refused to cook food for him.

“He asked me to cook food for him, but I refused,” Nyahwema said.

Muvevi’s alleged crimes include shooting Inspector Hove three times in the head and Detective Constable Tendai Mugova three times in the pelvis and abdomen.

He is also accused of shooting Kanerusine, a prophet and leader of the Johanne Masowe eChishanu Apostolic Church, at close range.

The trial is scheduled to run from March 16 to 20, 2026, at the High Court.

Muvevi faces five counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder.

Muvevi’s case has sparked widespread attention, with many calling for justice for the victims and their families.

The outcome of the trial is eagerly awaited, as it will bring closure to the families of the victims and determine Muvevi’s fate.