Old Mutual Manager Arrested – Eduzim News

Musa Nyasha Dube Manyika, a 41-year-old senior manager at Old Mutual, appeared in Harare Magistrates Court today, charged with the rape of a 23-year-old female student who was on attachment at the company. Manyika, who holds the position of Business Development Manager, was granted free bail by Harare Magistrate Mrs. Marehwanazvo Gofa.

The legal proceedings have been remanded until January 15, 2025, for the allocation of a potential trial date.

According to court documents, the incident in question first occurred in November 2022, when Manyika allegedly sent a WhatsApp message to the intern, requesting her assistance with packing banners at Old Mutual Gardens. Upon her arrival at his office, Manyika is said to have locked the door. After the task was completed, it’s alleged that he assaulted the young woman by pushing her onto a table and committing the act.

The second incident reportedly took place on June 19, 2024. The complainant, who was under Manyika’s supervision as part of the Old Mutual Scholarship programme, met him at Ashbrittle Shops. Here, Manyika allegedly invited her into his car where he engaged intimately with her without her consent.

Following these distressing events, the complainant courageously filed a police report, which led to Manyika’s arrest. This case has brought significant attention to issues of workplace safety and the vulnerability of interns in professional settings.

Old Mutual, a prominent financial services group, has yet to issue a public statement regarding the allegations against one of its senior managers. The details of this case continue to unfold, raising concerns about the treatment of interns and the abuse of power within corporate structures.

As the community and stakeholders await further developments, this case serves as a grim reminder of the importance of protective measures for young professionals in the workplace.

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