He also raised concerns over her medical condition, saying it required urgent monitoring.
The State did not oppose bail, and Magistrate Dennis Mangosi granted Malloti bail of US$100.
She is expected to return to court on a date yet to be set.
Multiple sources indicated that Prophet Java has since withdrawn his complaint, but court officials said the case will proceed until the withdrawal is formally recorded and processed.
The charge falls under Zimbabwe’s Cyber and Data Protection Act, which criminalises online harassment and cyberbullying.
Convictions can carry fines, community service, or custodial sentences, depending on the severity of the offence.
Lawyer Obey Shava commented on the case, saying: “Observe the selective enforcement of our cyberbullying laws.
They’re used to protect people in high offices and those connected to the system.
We are witnessing an excessive abuse of power.
At any rate, not every offence justifies incarceration.
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