# High Court murder proceedings in Eswatini and Zambia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/high-court-murder-proceedings-in-eswatini-and-zambia
> Updated: 2026-09-23T17:37:25.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

High Court proceedings in Eswatini and Zambia have addressed serious violent crimes. 

In Eswatini, former Deputy Sheriff Vusi Charles Mncina was convicted of murdering four women and attempting to murder a fifth during a 2023 shooting in Ezulwini. The court heard testimony from the sole survivor, Thuli Mkhwanazi, regarding the incident.

In Zambia, legal proceedings continue regarding the death of retired Lieutenant General Ronnie Shikapwasha. Forensic evidence and medical testimony indicate the General arrived at a military medical centre stating his gun had fired. His widow, Jane Lusengo, is facing murder charges related to the incident.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-23: High Court delivers murder convictions in Eswatini and Zambia

The Eswatini High Court convicted former Deputy Sheriff Vusi Charles Mncina of murdering four women, while a Zambian court heard testimony in the murder trial of retired Lieutenant General Ronnie Shikapwasha.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/high-court-delivers-murder-convictions-in-eswatini-and-zambia

### 2026-09-23: Courts in Zambia and Kenya issue rulings in child defilement cases

Courts in Zambia and Kenya have issued rulings in child defilement cases, including a life sentence for an offender in Kakamega and a defense order for a suspect in Kabwe.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/courts-in-zambia-and-kenya-issue-rulings-in-child-defilement-cases

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