Deputy prosecutor general Mr Michael Reza filed an application yesterday to push out Marry Mubaiwa’s money laundering trial until December 1, when she will be indicted and stand trial at the High Court.
The application was contested by Mubaiwa’s attorney, Ms. Beatrice Mtetwa, who stated that during the previous hearing, the case was remanded until today so that the state could draft indictment documents for the High Court trial.
Ms. Mtetwa contended that although the trial was supposed to begin on January 28, 2020, it hasn’t done so as of yet. This is because the subject was initially heard in court.
“Removing the accused from remand and calling them to court when the state is ready will not cause any prejudice to the state,” Ms. Mtetwa stated.
The prosecutor was questioned by Magistrate Mr. Donald Ndirowei on why the case was taking so long.
In response, Mr. Reza stated that there would inevitably be a delay due to COVID-19 and that some investigations needed to be conducted abroad.
The state then assured the court that Mubaiwa will face charges in the High Court, and the matter was postponed until December 1.
Source Zimetro
