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[QUOTE="Nehanda, post: 28284, member: 2262"]
When you rent a property in Zimbabwe, paying rent isn't just a suggestion—it's a legal requirement. Lease agreements create a clear contract between landlords and tenants, requiring the tenant to pay to use and enjoy the property.

Rent forms the core of any lease agreement. If a tenant stops paying, fails to pay, or deliberately avoids payment, they are breaking the lease contract. This gives landlords a powerful legal tool: they can cancel the lease and kick out the non-paying tenant.

A landmark legal case highlighted an important principle: tenants have an absolute duty to pay rent to remain in the property. Even if a tenant thinks the rent amount is unfair, they can't just stop paying altogether. The tenant must continue paying what they believe is a fair amount while challenging the rest.

When a tenant fails to pay rent, landlords have clear legal recourse. They can terminate the lease, demand immediate property evacuation, and potentially pursue additional legal action to recover unpaid rent. Tenants who ignore their payment obligations risk losing their rental home and facing potential legal consequences.
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