Tsvangirai robbed in Joburg
2008-02-12 22:43
Johannesburg - Zimbabwe opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai was robbed at his Johannesburg offices on Tuesday evening, police said.
Spokesperson Thembi Nkhwasu said Tsvangirai and two of his officials were in their offices in Homestead Avenue in Bryanston about 18:00 when they were confronted by three men armed with pistols.
"The robbers stole the three men's bags, laptops, cellphones and an undisclosed amount of Zimbabwe dollars.
"The robbers escaped in a white sedan that was waiting for them outside," she said.
"We have not spoken to Tsvangirai, but we can confirm that none of the officials were hurt," said Nkhwasu.
- SAPA