Mugabe Family Dismisses Misleading Media Claims Following Bellarmine Mugabe’s Arrest
The family of Bellarmine Mugabe has taken a firm stance against false public claims regarding their communications following his recent arrest. Bellarmine, the son of Zimbabwe’s former president Robert Mugabe, was detained at his home in Hyde Park on February 19, 2026.
The arrest came amidst a troubling incident where a 23-year-old gardener was shot and critically injured. As authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, the South African Police Service has yet to recover the firearm believed to have been used.
In a statement released through their legal team, the Mugabe family expressed their distress over misleading messages circulating in the media. They clarified that they have not authorized any public relations team or spokesperson to communicate on their behalf, emphasizing their desire for transparency and control over the narrative.
“We have not appointed, authorised, or mandated any public relations team, media consultants, or spokesperson to speak on our behalf,” the family’s statement emphasized. They urged all media inquiries and requests for comments to be directed exclusively to their legal representatives, ensuring that no other individual or entity has been authorized to engage with the press.
As part of the ongoing investigation into the shooting incident, South African police have detained two males aged 33 and 24 for questioning. The police are working diligently to piece together the events that led to the violent altercation. Both men are scheduled to appear in the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court on February 23, 2026.
The Mugabe family’s appeal comes during a time of heightened interest in their affairs, following the legacy left by Robert Mugabe, a polarizing figure in Zimbabwe’s history. By distancing themselves from unauthorized statements, the family aims to maintain their dignity in a media landscape often rife with speculation.
Further updates about this developing story are expected as the police investigations continue. The Mugabe family seeks to assert their voices amid the chatter, ensuring their stance is recognized in an emotionally charged situation.
— Reported by Nexio News
