Zaka man critical after machete attack by brother

A 52-year-old man from Zaka is fighting for his life after his brother allegedly attacked him with a machete following a dispute, according to iHarare. Police are investigating the incident, which is the latest in a series of machete attacks in Zimbabwe. Machete attacks are common in Zimbabwe, often linked to land or family disputes, and the widespread availability of machetes and weak enforcement of laws against violent crime contribute to the problem. The core vulnerability is the widespread availability of machetes and weak enforcement of laws against violent crime, leaving communities vulnerable to brutal attacks over minor disagreements. This localized crime incident highlights broader issues of violence and law enforcement.