MSU student shot dead at boarding house, ex
Police in Zimbabwe have launched a manhunt for a man accused of murdering his ex-wife, a university student, at a boarding house in Gweru. The suspect allegedly shot the victim following a dispute and remains at large.
Why it matters
This incident highlights issues regarding gender-based violence and public safety in the region.
POLICE in Midlands Province have launched a manhunt for a man who allegedly shot and killed his ex-wife, a fourth-year Psychology student at Midlands State University (MSU).
In a statement issued by Zimbabwe Republic Police national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi, the ZRP said it is investigating a murder case in which Lisedi Nkomo (25) died at a boarding house in Senga, Gweru on October 8, 2026.
The victim was allegedly shot once on the forehead by her ex-husband, Godknows Muleya, following a dispute.
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