Pupil maul3d to death by dogs
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A Grade Seven pupil in Norton, Zimbabwe, was tragically mauled to death by dogs on Tuesday, September 30, just days before she was due to sit for her final primary school examinations.
The heartbreaking incident has thrown the local community into mourning. Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi, confirmed the attack to ZBC, adding that investigations are currently underway.
This is the second fatal dog attack reported in Mashonaland West Province in recent months. In July, a nine-year-old boy was also killed by dogs while playing with friends at Bonvalley Farm in Darwendale, Zvimba District. At the time, ZRP provincial spokesperson for Mashonaland West, Inspector Ian Kohwera, confirmed the incident.
“A nine-year-old boy was bitten to death by dogs at Bonvalley Farm, Darwendale, while he was playing with other children.” Police say investigations into both incidents are ongoing.
Following the rise in fatal dog attacks, the ZRP announced a nationwide operation targeting irresponsible dog owners who allow their animals to roam unsupervised. The crackdown is being conducted in collaboration with the SPCA and local authorities.
The police also reminded the public of the Harare Dog Licensing and Control By-Law of 1993, which requires owners to leash and control their dogs at all times. In a statement issued on September 19, 2025, the ZRP said:
“The ZRP reminds dog owners to keep their dogs on leash and ensure that dogs do not roam on the streets unsupervised in accordance with the country’s laws, especially the Harare Dog Licensing and Control By-Law of 1993. Dog owners should prioritize the safety of others. The ZRP is now engaging SPCA and local authorities for an operation targeting stray dogs and owners who allow their dogs to roam the streets and in the process attack members of the public.”
