A CLOUD of grief has engulfed Dhingire Village in Marange, Manicaland Province, after two minors drowned in a water well.
The victims have been identified as Tsaura Destiny (2) and Dorcus Machokwani (3), both of Dhingire Village.
The tragic incident occurred on September 17, 2026 at around 09:00 hours.
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident.
“Police in Marange, Manicaland Province are investigating a tragic drowning incident in which two siblings, Tsaura Destiny (two years) and Dorcus Machokwani (three years), both of Dhingire Village drowned in a water well on 17 September 2026 at around 0900 hours,” said Commissioner Nyathi.
According to police, the two minors are suspected to have been playing together before attempting to swim in the well.
“The victims’ mother later discovered the bodies floating in the well,” he said.
Police have urged parents and guardians to ensure water wells are secured and children are not left unattended.
