Mugabe Son Faces Attempted Murder Charges

0:00It's March 11th, let's get into the latest global headlines. Bellarmin Mugabe, the 28-year-old youngest son of former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe faces serious charges in South Africa. He was arrested in February for allegedly shooting and injuring a 23-year-old man at a home in an upscale Johannesburg neighborhood, attempted murder tops the list of accusations, and he is set for a bail hearing this Wednesday after several court delays. Former Mugabe rules Zimbabwe for 37 years until a military ouster at age 93 in November 2017. He passed away two years later. He and his wife Grace had three children together. Bana, now 37, Robert Jr., 33, and Bellarmin, plus Grace's son Russell from an anterney, earlier marriage, in his early 40s. The family enjoyed immense privilege, shooted from Zimbabwe's hardships while building a fortune that included $10 million in cash, multiple, homes, cars, a farm, and more.

1:02Critics point to their flashy lifestyles amid national poverty, like Bellarmin once flaunting a $60,000 watch online. Other family members have faced their own legal scrapes. Robert Jr. dealt with assault and property damage charges in Harare, plus a recent cannabis conviction. Grace, known for extravagance, dodged assault cases in South Africa and Hong Kong, thanks to diplomatic immunity. Russell was fine for a fatal car crash manslaughter. Today, the Mugabe's mostly stay out of the spotlight in Zimbabwe, living at their Harare mansion. Grace's business collapse post-auster, but some family members have mended ties with the current government, attending recent events. Bellarmin's case keeps the spotlight on their post-power struggles. This DNA story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. If sleep podcasts are your thing, this is your pillow. Feel for comfort and calm, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com