The 26-year-old artist appeared before Harare Magistrate Tapiwa Kuhudzai.

Court Appearance and Bail Conditions

Malloti, who was represented by her lawyer, Dumisani Mthombeni, was not asked to plead to the charges during her initial appearance. The court granted her US$100 bail, allowing for her release from custody pending trial.

Malloti (Millicent Chimonyo)

As part of her bail conditions, she has been ordered to report once every fortnight to the CID Commercial Crimes Division (CCD). Furthermore, she is strictly prohibited from interfering with any witnesses until the matter is finalized.

State Outlines Allegations of Cyberbullying

The complainant in the case is Panganai "Passion" Java, whose given address is in the United States of America. According to the State's papers presented in court, Malloti is a socialite known for a pattern of using vulgar language on her Facebook platform, allegedly targeting various public figures.

The State alleges that she has targeted music promoters such as DJ Inno, Nash TV, and Tinashe Mutarisi, in addition to Prophet Passion Java and several others.

The specific charge against her stems from an incident on May 14, when prosecutors allege that Malloti recorded and posted a video on Facebook. In this video, she is accused of uttering words that were intended to demean Prophet Passion Java.

A Case Highlighting Online Conduct

Malloti's arrest and subsequent court appearance have brought the issue of cyberbullying and the legal ramifications of online conduct into sharp focus. The case is being closely watched by the public, particularly given the high profiles of both the accused and the complainant.

The matter will continue to proceed through the court system, with Malloti now out on bail.