Kabulamwanda Village Stunned After Man Returns eight Cows He Stole at Night While Crying
Residents of Kabulamwanda in Namwala district were left in disbelief on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, after a man who had stolen eight cows during the night mysteriously returned them in the early morning while openly weeping.
According to witnesses, the man, who had been seen lurking around homesteads earlier that week, arrived at the cattle owner’s compound shortly after sunrise, leading the animals with a rope and begging for forgiveness.
His voice trembled as he repeatedly claimed that an invisible force had been tormenting him since the theft, making it impossible to eat, sleep or even rest his mind.
Neighbours gathered quickly, curious to understand what could have driven him to return the cows so suddenly, especially considering that livestock theft cases in the region often end with the culprits vanishing for good.
Several elderly residents noted that it was the first time they had seen such a dramatic confession without the presence of police officers or a village meeting.
The cattle owner, still in shock, said he had woken up to noises outside his gate and found the suspect standing there with swollen eyes and shaky hands.
He claimed the man explained that strange dreams and unexplained whispers had haunted him throughout the night, each one telling him to take the cows back before sunrise.
It later emerged that the victim had secretly contacted Dr. Mawanda, a renowned traditional specialist, to intervene through a spiritual justice ritual. Within hours of the ceremony, the suspect’s behaviour reportedly shifted from defiant to fearful, culminating in his public confession.
Speaking to our reporter, the victim admitted that he had previously doubted the effectiveness of such interventions but was now convinced beyond doubt. “I just made one call to Dr. Mawanda and explained my problem. By morning, the man was here crying like a child,” he said, adding that he was given instructions to follow and a protection charm to keep future thieves away.
Residents who witnessed the incident described it as a turning point for the community, with several saying they were now considering similar measures to protect their property.
Some even took photos and videos of the crying man, which quickly circulated on WhatsApp groups and Facebook pages, sparking debates about whether traditional methods could be more effective than formal law enforcement in curbing rural theft.
Dr. Mawanda, who can be reached through+260774728835 or +260767053936 , is well known in the region for handling cases involving stolen property, unfaithful partners, land disputes and personal protection.
Many of his clients claim that his work not only delivers quick results but also ensures that offenders face consequences that leave a lasting impression.
The suspect, visibly relieved after returning the cows, knelt before the crowd and promised never to engage in theft again.
While some villagers offered him words of comfort, others remained sceptical about whether his remorse was genuine or simply the result of fear from the forces allegedly at play.
By late afternoon, the story had spread beyond Kabulamwanda, attracting attention from neighbouring areas where livestock theft remains a persistent problem. Calls for the use of traditional justice mechanisms, especially in cases where police investigations stall, gained momentum, with elders suggesting that blending both systems could strengthen community safety.
In the end, the cows were unharmed, the owner’s faith in justice was restored, and the man’s tearful return became a story that locals say will be told for years to come — a powerful reminder that, sometimes, the fear of unseen justice can be stronger than any police handcuffs.
