Unenge wati ndinoshandirawo mhuri, Mkadzi awanikwa akafa muroad yemunzimbe bag rake riri paside (Durban)
VERULAM, DURBAN – The Zimbabwean community in South Africa is in mourning following the grim discovery of a woman’s body in a remote area of Verulam, north of Durban.
VERULAM, DURBAN
The incident came to light on Friday, February 13, 2026, after local security and residents discovered the deceased woman lying in an overgrown area, believed to be a sugarcane field or a thicket near a rural road.
According to eyewitness reports and social media updates from Shumba YeMhondoro, the woman was found "akaface" (deceased) with her personal belongings, including a distinctive blue and beige backpack, lying immediately beside her.
Initial reports from the scene indicate:
The news has sparked an outpouring of grief and concern on platforms like Facebook and WhatsApp. The Zimbabwean diaspora often faces significant safety challenges while working abroad, and this latest tragedy has renewed calls for increased protection and vigilance.
Commenters on the "Zim Stories 24" post have expressed heartbreak, noting the bag found next to her suggests she may have been in transit or heading to work when the incident occurred.
As of Friday afternoon, South African authorities have not officially released the identity of the woman, pending notification of her next of kin. The cause of death remains unknown, and it is unclear whether foul play is suspected or if she succumbed to natural causes or exhaustion.
Appeal for Information: If you have a relative working in the Durban/Verulam area who has not checked in today, or if you recognize the backpack in the widely shared photos, please contact local authorities or your nearest Zimbabwean consulate.
