Two Arrested with Explosives in Mnangagwa Attack Harare, Zimbabwe – Two suspects have been arrested in connection with an explosion that targeted a rally attended by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in the city of Bulawayo on Saturday. The incident occurred as Mnangagwa was addressing supporters at the White City Stadium. The explosion left two people dead and dozens injured. According to the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), the arrested suspects were found in possession of explosives and other materials linked to the attack. They are currently being interrogated by authorities. “We have made significant progress in our investigations and have now taken two suspects into custody,” said ZRP spokesperson Paul Nyathi. “We believe these individuals were directly involved in the bombing.” The suspects’ identities have not been released, but Nyathi confirmed that they are Zimbabwean citizens. The attack on Mnangagwa’s rally has been widely condemned by both domestic and international leaders. The United States and the United Kingdom have issued statements expressing their condolences and calling for those responsible to be brought to justice. Mnangagwa himself has condemned the attack as a “cowardly act of terrorism.” He vowed that the perpetrators would be found and punished. The government has increased security measures throughout the country following the incident. Roadblocks have been set up, and security forces have been deployed to key areas. The arrests come as a welcome development in the investigation into the Bulawayo attack. Authorities hope that the suspects’ interrogation will shed light on the motive behind the bombing and lead to further arrests. The Zimbabwean government has appealed to the public for assistance in identifying any potential suspects or providing information that could aid the investigation.Villagers Sentenced for Possession of ExplosivesVillagers Sentenced for Possession of Explosives On May 30, 2024, at the Makumimavi Primary School commissioning ceremony, two villagers from Chivhu were found in possession of explosives, catapults, and man-made rat poison. Magistrate Sharon Nxongo sentenced Elias Murima and William Jeche to varying prison terms, later commuted to community service. Jeche was carrying a bag containing an explosive paste, a catapult, and a rat trap. Upon being searched by police, he admitted to not having a license for the explosives. Murima, who was implicated by Jeche, claimed to have used the explosives for drilling a borehole. Murima was sentenced to 10 months in prison, commuted to 210 hours of community service. Jeche received an eight-month sentence, commuted to 175 hours of community service. Ray Tsikayi prosecuted the case.Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the bomb attack that targeted Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa at a political rally in Bulawayo on Saturday. The suspects were apprehended by security forces while in possession of explosives similar to those used in the attack, according to police spokesperson Charity Charamba. The arrests come as investigations into the incident continue, with authorities seeking to identify the individuals responsible and their motives. Mnangagwa escaped unharmed, but several people were injured in the explosion. The incident has been condemned by both domestic and international leaders, who denounced the attempt on Mnangagwa’s life and expressed solidarity with the people of Zimbabwe. The government has vowed to bring those responsible to justice and has urged citizens to cooperate with the ongoing investigation. Authorities are calling on anyone with information related to the attack to come forward. The arrests mark a significant development in the investigation and are expected to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities are expected to provide further updates as the probe progresses.