Robert Mugabe Jr. Remains in Custody as Bail Hearing Postponed to Friday

Robert Mugabe Jr., son of the late former president Robert Mugabe, will spend a second consecutive night in police custody following his arrest yesterday, after the Harare Magistrates Court postponed his bail hearing to Friday.

Mugabe Jr. was apprehended on Wednesday for allegedly possessing illegal drugs while driving a Honda Fit against traffic, according to police sources. The arrest has drawn significant public attention due to his high-profile family background.

Details regarding the quantity or type of drugs involved have not been officially released, and the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities have urged the public to allow the judicial process to take its course.

The postponement of the bail hearing means Mugabe Jr. will remain in custody while prosecutors prepare their case. Legal representatives for Mugabe Jr. have indicated that they are ready to present arguments when the hearing resumes.

This incident adds to the scrutiny surrounding Zimbabwe’s political families and their conduct, reigniting debates over accountability and the rule of law.

The case is expected to continue on Friday, when the Harare Magistrates Court will determine whether Mugabe Jr. can be released on bail pending further investigation.

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