Woman jailed 10 years for fatal tongue incision on toddler

According to multiple outlets including NewZimbabwe.com, Chipiwa Majasi, 43, was sentenced to 10 years for culpable homicide after a traditional tongue-incision procedure on a toddler caused the child's death. The High Court in Gweru convicted her, underscoring the clash between cultural practices and legal standards. The case has sparked debate about the regulation of traditional medicine and the need for public awareness. The sentence reflects the court's stance that cultural practices cannot override the law, especially when they result in harm to children.