The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has summoned social media personality Dr David Nhunzva to the CID Law and Order section to assist with investigations linked to alleged misuse of artificial intelligence.
In a statement released on 25 December 2025, the police said Dr Nhunzva is suspected of producing and sharing AI-generated videos that allegedly portrayed the police in a misleading manner. Authorities indicated that the matter is being handled in terms of the Cyber and Data Protection Act (Chapter 12:07).
According to the ZRP, the law prohibits the creation, circulation or publication of false or deceptive information through digital platforms. The police said this includes the spread of deepfake videos, fabricated content, misleading digital claims, and the use of online platforms to demean, threaten or misrepresent individuals or institutions.
The police urged Dr Nhunzva to cooperate with investigators by reporting to CID Law and Order, adding that compliance would be in his best interest. The ZRP further cautioned the public against abusing digital technologies, stressing that it will take firm action against content that misleads the public, damages reputations or undermines confidence in state institutions.
