Bulawayo Man Fined After Sending Wife’s Nude Pictures To His Mother

By Staff Reporter
A 52-year-old man from Bulawayo has been fined just US$140 after being convicted of cyberbullying and harassment for allegedly sharing his wife’s nude pictures and videos with his own mother without her consent.

Bekezela Lusinga, who lives in Gwabalanda suburb, appeared before Western Commonage magistrate Mr Jeconia Prince Ncube. The court ordered him to pay the fine immediately or face two months in prison if he fails to do so.

According to prosecutors, the complainant in the matter is his wife, Beatrice Moyo (42).

### Nude Images Allegedly Shared On WhatsApp

The court heard that on 25 January 2026, Lusinga allegedly sent intimate photos and videos of his wife to his mother via WhatsApp without Moyo’s permission.

The incident reportedly came to light days later after the material was discovered on the complainant’s daughter’s cellphone. Investigations revealed the content had allegedly been forwarded by a cousin, who had received it from the accused’s mother.

Moyo reportedly became distressed after discovering the images and later reported the matter to the police, leading to Lusinga’s arrest.

Following his conviction, the magistrate fined Lusinga US$140, with the alternative sentence being two months behind bars if he defaults on payment.

POTRAZ Warns Against Cyberbullying

The case comes amid growing concern over cyberbullying and online harassment in Zimbabwe.

The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) has repeatedly warned citizens against sharing harmful or humiliating content online.

The authority previously described cyberbullying as a malicious act involving the sharing of intimidating, humiliating, or harmful messages and information through social media platforms, private chats, and other digital channels.

POTRAZ has also warned that cyberbullying can cause severe emotional and psychological harm to victims and may, in extreme cases, contribute to self-harm or suicide.

Authorities continue urging victims and witnesses of online abuse to report such incidents to law enforcement agencies.