The man, Evans Mandimba (23), had gone for lobola negotiations
(traditional bride price negotiation ceremony) at Ndumiso Masimba's
homestead on 9 December. It is reported that Evans and his elders were
given a warm welcome upon arriving at Masimba's place. Hell broke loose when it was time for Masimba family to name the 'price'. They demanded 10 beasts if he was serious with marrying their daughter Loveness (17).
Was
astounded by the charges and demanded to know why they were demanded 10
beasts as their daughter was 'special'. It seems his sentiments never
went down well with the hosts resulting
in a misunderstanding in which Evans' crew were shown the door. Evans,
who was fuming like a stabbed bull at the time, allegedly started
accusing Loveness of wasting his time. On his way out, he reportedly
slapped his lover on the face and it was like pouring paraffin on fire.
The
father-in-law intervened and tried to stop the fuming Evans from
assaulting his daughter but tables turned on him. Evans reportedly
thrashed the 65-year-old man all over the body with fists and booted
feet.
For his 'iron fist' antics, Evans was hauled before the
magistrate, Mr Stephen Ndlovu, facing assault charges. He pleaded guilty
and was sentenced to 12 months in prison which were wholly suspended on
condition that he completes 240 hours of community service at Sinamakonde Primary School.
Evans begged the court to understand
his situation arguing that he loved Loveness, therefore when he was
'overcharged' he felt betrayed resulting in him acting out of anger.
Very funny,na ny force to marry anyway maybe he has spent so much on the girl while dating.haha.
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