By A Correspondent

A Shurugwi man, Tinashe Chigiya, has been remanded in custody by Magistrate Sithabile Zungula after allegedly insulting President Mnangagwa by calling him a dog.

The case is set to continue at a later date.

The incident reportedly occurred on January 27, 2025, near Musavezi River, following the drowning of a minor.

Chigiya, aged 26 and from Makandire Village in Chief Nhema’s area, is accused of directing his anger at the President.

He allegedly blamed Mnangagwa and Zanu PF supporters for permitting Chinese nationals to extract sand from the river, which he claimed was causing environmental damage.

Chigiya further expressed concern that the river had become unsafe for children, citing contamination caused by the activities of the Chinese nationals working in the area.