Former Minister Attacked With Axe By Man Accusing Him Of Having An Affair With Wife

Former Cabinet Minister and long-serving Binga South Member of Parliament, Joel Gabbuza, is recuperating in hospital after sustaining severe injuries in an alleged axe attack connected to a suspected romantic entanglement.

The incident reportedly took place late on Friday, June 7, 2025.

Sources close to the situation claim that Gabbuza was assaulted by a man who accused him of being involved with his wife. The reason for the attack is thought to be personal, though police have yet to release an official statement on the issue. Unverified reports indicate the attacker fled the scene, and investigations are still underway.

Following the assault, false rumors of Gabbuza’s death spread widely. However, his family has confirmed that he is alive and responding to medical treatment.

“He is receiving treatment at Hwange Colliery Hospital. His condition has improved from last night; he is now able to speak,” Gabbuza’s son told CITE in a brief telephone interview. He added that arrangements were being made to transfer the former MP to Mpilo Hospital in Bulawayo for further medical care.

Gabbuza’s political career spans over two decades. He was first elected to Parliament in 2000 under the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) and served as MP for Binga. Following electoral boundary changes in 2008, he represented Binga South until his recall in October 2023.

During the Government of National Unity from 2009 to 2013, Gabbuza served as Zimbabwe’s Minister of Water Resources and Development. He left the post when Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri was appointed to head the restructured Ministry of Water and Climate.

Further updates on the incident and Gabbuza’s condition are expected as investigations continue.

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