Harare, Zimbabwe – Popular socialite and video vixen Natalie 'Enchantress' Mhandu is now a free woman after the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) declined to prosecute her on the sensational allegations of witchcraft that led to her arrest earlier this month.

The case, which had captured public attention, has effectively collapsed due to a lack of sufficient evidence to build a credible case for trial, bringing the dramatic legal chapter of this saga to a close.

State Concludes Evidence is Insufficient for Conviction

According to a report in The Herald, the NPAZ, after reviewing the police docket and the available evidence, concluded that the case against Mhandu was not strong enough to secure a conviction in a court of law. This decision means that the charges against the socialite will not be pursued, and she will not have to stand trial.

Natalie 'Enchantress' Mhandu

This outcome aligns with the high legal threshold required to prove witchcraft-related offenses under Zimbabwean law, which demands clear evidence of intent to cause harm and often requires expert testimony, making such cases notoriously difficult to prosecute successfully.

A Recap of the Bizarre Allegations

The case stemmed from a criminal complaint filed by two of Mhandu’s former friends. The dispute reportedly erupted after a falling out over a boyfriend. The complainants alleged that Mhandu had used rituals to "bewitch" them.

The core of their claim was based on information allegedly provided by a recently dismissed domestic worker of Mhandu's. The ex-maid claimed the socialite had consulted a sangoma from Mozambique to perform rituals intended to "fix" the two women. The situation escalated when the ex-maid reportedly led the women to a farm in Glen View, where they allegedly unearthed a red cloth and a knife inscribed with their names, which were presented as evidence of the ritual.

Mhandu's Consistent Denial

From the outset, Natalie Mhandu vehemently denied the allegations. In a phone call that was leaked online, a voice believed to be hers could be heard claiming that her former maid was fabricating the entire story with the malicious intent of destroying her reputation. With the NPAZ's decision not to prosecute, her position has effectively been vindicated from a legal standpoint.

National Prosecuting Authority Declines to Prosecute Socialite, Citing Insufficient Evidence

With the state declining to prosecute, the legal ordeal for Natalie Mhandu is over. The case has highlighted the complex intersection of personal disputes, social media drama, and the unique application of Zimbabwe's witchcraft laws. While the court of public opinion may continue to debate the matter, the official legal system has deemed the evidence insufficient to proceed.