R. v. Joha Mdachi, Crim. Sass. 120-Dodoma-67, 21/9/67, Hamlyn J.

R. v. Joha Mdachi, Crim. Sass. 120-Dodoma-67, 21/9/67, Hamlyn J.

Accused pleaded guilty to manslaughter. She had goneto the house where her husband was staying with another woman, and killed the woman with a knife she had carried with her.

            Held: Although the penalty for such an offence would usually be severe, the accused was three months pregnant and “this may well have unbalanced her mind. She has been in custody over a year and gave birth to her child in prison. Moreover, her husband has now run away her.” Sentence of 1 day’s imprisonment imposed.