SOLDIER GIVEN ULTIMATUM OVER DOMESTIC ABUSE CASE

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Posted by admin on April 23, 2026 at 5:19 AM

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A Zambia Army soldier, Geofrey Kasaji, has been given three months to change his abusive behavior or risk losing his marriage, following shocking revelations in the Matero Local Court.

Kasaji’s wife, Patricia Mwiche (32), pleaded for the dissolution of their marriage, citing domestic abuse, neglect, and punishing sexual demands. Mwiche testified that her husband demanded sex up to 35 times a week, leaving her physically and emotionally drained.

Her testimony stunned the public gallery, as she described Kasaji’s relentless demands, violent outbursts, and failure to provide for their two children despite being in gainful employment. She revealed that she often resorted to washing and cleaning for neighbors in the barracks to feed her family.

Kasaji admitted to his excessive sexual appetite but defended it as “tradition,” a claim the court dismissed. He pleaded for reconciliation, promising to reform and become a caring husband.

Magistrate Harriet Mulenga condemned Kasaji’s conduct, questioning his pre-marital lessons and warning him to give his wife “space to breathe.”

“Being a military person, don’t think that you have a gun where you shoot anytime you want as if your wife is a criminal. Give her a chance to rest,” Magistrate Mulenga reprimanded.

The court adjourned the matter to July 31, 2026, allowing Kasaji time to change his ways. Failure to do so could result in the dissolution of the marriage.