Chinese national nabbed with rhino horns, ivory worth U$240,000

THE National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) has confirmed the arrest of a 57-year-old Chinese national busted with three rhinoceros’ horns and more than 36 kilogrammes of unmarked ivory.

In a statement Friday, NPAZ said Cong Yanzhong was arrested this Wednesday following a tip-off to detectives from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Minerals, Flora and Fauna Unit.

Upon a search conducted at accused person’s house, detectives unearthed three shrink-wrapped rhino horns weighing 7.7 kilogrammes and valued at about $240,000, along with four pieces of raw ivory weighing 36.15 kilogrammes and worth $6,145.

The Chinese national failed to produce any permits for the contraband, which was reportedly found hidden in sacks alongside a weighing scale.

The State has opposed bail for Cong who faces the serious charge.

Accused person is scheduled to return to court for trial on July 22, 2025.

|NewZimbabwe