TEMBA MLISWA DROPS BOMBSHELL: ZIYAMBI ZIYAMBI’S ‘GANG OF FOUR’ ACCUSED OF PLOTTING A PROCEDURAL COUP AGAINST MNANGAGWA!

HARARE — Outspoken politician Temba Mliswa has made explosive allegations against ZANU-PF Secretary for Legal Affairs Ziyambi Ziyambi and a group he calls the “Gang of Four,” accusing them of allegedly attempting to corner President Emmerson Mnangagwa through what he described as a “procedural coup” within the ruling party.

The allegations follow the sudden cancellation of a ZANU-PF Politburo meeting, which Mliswa claims was deliberately stopped to prevent an alleged internal power play against Mnangagwa.

According to Mliswa, the group had intended to push through a series of far-reaching measures without the knowledge or approval of Mnangagwa, the party’s First Secretary, or its Secretary General.

“These were not party positions; they were the product of power-hungry scheming by a group intent on cornering due process,” Mliswa said, describing the alleged manoeuvre as an ill-conceived plan that was detected and blocked before it could be executed.

WAS THE CANCELLED MEETING MORE THAN JUST A SCHEDULING ISSUE?

Mliswa’s claims add another layer of intrigue to the ongoing debate surrounding ZANU-PF’s internal power struggles, with questions emerging over who is driving key decisions within the party and whether all senior officials are on the same page.

He further alleged that the group he accused has never been genuinely committed to ZANU-PF’s “2030 agenda” and Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), placing their political loyalties under scrutiny.

However, Mliswa did not present publicly verifiable evidence in the statement to substantiate the alleged plot, and the accusations should be treated as claims rather than established facts.

JEALOUSY MAWARIRE DRAGGED INTO THE FIGHT

Mliswa also turned his attention to political commentators and opposition voices, singling out Jealousy Mawarire for allegedly exaggerating internal ZANU-PF disputes and portraying them as evidence of a broader political confrontation.

He accused such commentators of feeding off internal party disagreements to maintain their political relevance, arguing that they were turning internal developments into narratives that suited their own agendas.

Mliswa also criticised the alleged tendency to portray Vice President Constantino Chiwenga as the central figure in every ZANU-PF factional dispute, describing him as a “poster figure for every factional illusion”.

WHO REALLY BENEFITED FROM THE CANCELLATION?

In a twist to the political narrative, Mliswa argued that those celebrating the cancellation of the Politburo meeting had misunderstood what had happened.

Rather than representing a setback for Mnangagwa, he suggested the postponement had protected the President from being cornered by his own party officials.

His remarks raise fresh questions about the competing interests within ZANU-PF, the politics surrounding the 2030 agenda and CAB3, and the extent to which internal disagreements are shaping the party’s future.

For now, Mliswa’s allegations have added fuel to the debate over succession, loyalty and the balance of power inside Zimbabwe’s ruling party.

IS ZANU-PF DEALING WITH A ROUTINE INTERNAL DISPUTE, OR IS A MUCH BIGGER POWER STRUGGLE UNFOLDING BEHIND CLOSED DOORS?

What do you think? Is the cancelled meeting evidence of internal manoeuvring, or are political figures reading too much into the developments?

TEMBA MLISWA FIRES BACK AT JEALOUSY MAWARIRE OVER ZANU PF FACTIONAL FIGHTS: “THEY WERE PROTECTING MNANGAGWA”

FORMER MP CLAIMS CANCELLED POLITBURO MEETING THWARTED A MOVE AGAINST THE PRESIDENT AS DEBATE OVER ZANU PF SUCCESSION INTENSIFIES

Former Norton legislator Temba Mliswa has weighed in on the growing debate surrounding alleged factional fights within ZANU PF, accusing political commentators, including Jealousy Mawarire, of exaggerating internal party developments to portray President Emmerson Mnangagwa as being under siege.

In a Facebook post titled “SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT,” Mliswa challenged the narrative surrounding the cancellation of a scheduled ZANU PF Politburo meeting, arguing that the decision was intended to protect Mnangagwa rather than undermine him.

Mliswa accused what he described as opposition fringe elements of relying on alleged divisions within the ruling party to maintain their political relevance, claiming they were turning internal party discussions into evidence of a wider political crisis.

“What transpired yesterday bears no resemblance whatsoever to the sensational narrative Jealousy has desperately attempted to sell to the public,” Mliswa wrote.

He also criticised what he characterised as the tendency to portray Vice President Constantino Chiwenga as the central figure in every reported ZANU PF factional dispute.

MLISWA ALLEGES A PLOT AGAINST MNANGAGWA

In his account of the events leading to the cancellation of the Politburo meeting, Mliswa alleged that the postponement prevented a group of senior party figures from introducing constitutional changes without the knowledge or approval of Mnangagwa and the party's Secretary-General.

He identified the group as a “Gang of Four” and named ZANU PF Secretary for Legal Affairs Ziyambi Ziyambi as one of its alleged members.

According to Mliswa, the group was not genuinely committed to the 2030 agenda and Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), which are associated with efforts to extend Mnangagwa's political tenure.

Mliswa further alleged that the proposed constitutional changes would separate the positions of ZANU PF President and State President, potentially allowing the party leader to exercise powers over the removal of the person holding the country's presidency.

He argued that such changes would create a mechanism through which a party president could engineer the recall of a sitting State President.

“These were not party positions; they were the product of power-hungry scheming by a group intent on cornering due process,” he claimed.

These allegations remain Mliswa's account of the events and would require independent confirmation of the proposed amendments, their authorship and the circumstances surrounding the meeting's cancellation.

“A PROCEDURAL COUP” AGAINST MNANGAGWA?

Mliswa went further, describing the alleged attempt to introduce the constitutional changes as a “procedural coup” against Mnangagwa.

He maintained that the move had been detected and blocked before it could be implemented, insisting that the cancellation of the meeting was necessary to prevent what he portrayed as an attempt to weaken the President's position within the ruling party.

The former legislator argued that commentators portraying the cancelled meeting as evidence of Mnangagwa's vulnerability were misreading the situation.

In his view, the intervention was designed to protect the President from an alleged manoeuvre by people within his own political establishment.

“It is therefore deeply ironic that in their excitable haste to attack President Mnangagwa, characters like Jealousy find themselves celebrating an intervention that was in fact mounted to protect the very leader they claim is under siege,” Mliswa wrote.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR THE ZANU PF SUCCESSION BATTLE?

The controversy comes amid continuing public debate over ZANU PF's internal power dynamics, the 2030 agenda, CAB3 and the political future of Mnangagwa and Chiwenga.

While Mliswa's post offers an alternative explanation for the cancelled Politburo meeting, it also introduces fresh allegations about divisions among senior party figures and disagreements over proposed constitutional changes.

His account challenges the interpretation that the cancellation necessarily demonstrated weakness on Mnangagwa's part. Instead, he presents it as evidence that those around the President were acting to safeguard his position.

However, the competing interpretations raise important questions: What constitutional amendments were actually due to be discussed? Who proposed them, and were they formally submitted for consideration? What reasons did party officials give for cancelling the meeting?

Until those questions are answered with verifiable evidence, Mliswa's claims should be distinguished from independently established facts.

For a party whose internal decisions can have consequences for Zimbabwe's national leadership, the dispute highlights how disagreements over succession, constitutional reform and political authority can quickly become subjects of competing public narratives.

THE BIG QUESTION: Was the cancelled Politburo meeting an effort to protect Mnangagwa from an alleged internal manoeuvre, as Mliswa claims, or does the episode point to deeper disagreements within ZANU PF over the party's future leadership?

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ZANU PF MEMBER TINO CHIBAGE NYAMHANDU TAUNTS CHIWENGA: “IF YOU ARE JEALOUS OF MNANGAGWA, YOU WILL NEVER RECOVER!”

A Zanu PF member has weighed in on the reported tensions between President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, declaring that anyone jealous of the President will never recover from their jealousy.

In a Facebook post, Tinotenda Chibage Nyamhandu wrote:

“UKARWADZWA NAPRESIDENT ED MNANGAGWA HAUPORE. The Zim Constitution & Zanu PF Constitution give President ED Mnangagwa authority to appoint or fire anyone. NGWENA INOITA SEYAKANYARARA ASI ICHIONA ZVAYO.”

The Shona statement means: “If you are jealous of President ED Mnangagwa, you will never recover from your jealousy.”

Nyamhandu's message also invokes the popular crocodile proverb, “Ngwena inoita seyakanyarara asi ichiona zvayo,” meaning that the crocodile may appear quiet, but it is watching everything.

The reference is to Mnangagwa's nickname, “Ngwena” (The Crocodile), and appears to suggest that the President should not be underestimated, even when he seems silent.

Although Nyamhandu did not explicitly name Chiwenga as the target of his remarks, the post has attracted attention amid growing speculation about divisions within Zanu PF over succession politics and proposed constitutional changes.

POLITBURO MEETING COLLAPSE FUELS SPECULATION

The remarks come after a Zanu PF politburo meeting scheduled for Friday at the party headquarters in Harare was abruptly abandoned after members had already gathered.

Party spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa and information director Farai Marapira reportedly attributed the postponement to a “clash of programmes.”

However, reports in the private media suggested that resistance from Chiwenga to proposed amendments to the Zanu PF constitution may have contributed to the meeting's cancellation.

The proposed changes are reportedly intended to align the party constitution with Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment No. 3, signed by Mnangagwa in July.

The national amendment proposes extending presidential and parliamentary terms from five to seven years, shifting the next elections from 2028 to 2030 and replacing direct presidential elections with parliamentary selection.

Unverified accounts circulating online allege that Chiwenga demanded to see the draft party amendments and questioned whether the proposed national constitutional changes originated from the people.

These claims have not been independently verified, and neither Mnangagwa nor Chiwenga has publicly commented on the alleged confrontation.

Former Norton legislator Temba Mliswa has dismissed reports of a confrontation as “absolute lies.”

“THE PRESIDENT HAS THE POWER TO APPOINT OR FIRE ANYONE”

In his post, Nyamhandu went beyond the issue of jealousy, arguing that both the national Constitution and the Zanu PF constitution give Mnangagwa the authority to appoint or remove individuals from positions of power.

Under Zimbabwe's Constitution, the President appoints Vice Presidents and has the power to remove them from office. Within Zanu PF, Mnangagwa also serves as First Secretary and wields considerable influence over party appointments.

His comments come as the ruling party prepares for its 23rd National People's Conference, scheduled for October 12–17 at Chinhoyi University of Technology, against the backdrop of increasingly intense debate over succession and the proposed extension of presidential terms.

Whether Nyamhandu's remarks were specifically aimed at Chiwenga remains unclear. Nevertheless, the timing has added another voice to the growing public debate about the relationship between Zimbabwe's two most powerful political figures.

IS THIS A WARNING SHOT IN ZANU PF'S SUCCESSION BATTLE?

With the 2028 election timetable at the centre of the constitutional debate, speculation about who will eventually lead Zanu PF continues to attract attention.

Nyamhandu's message appears to portray Mnangagwa as a leader whose position and authority should not be underestimated, while suggesting that jealousy of his power is futile.

But the bigger question remains: Is this simply a party member defending Mnangagwa, or does it reflect the growing anxiety surrounding succession politics inside Zanu PF?

CCC FACTION DISOWNS COLTART RECALL LETTERS, WARNS OF ‘EXTORTION’ PLOT

A faction of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) has rejected letters sent to Parliament and the government seeking the recall of Bulawayo Mayor David Coltart, three Members of Parliament and a senator, describing the move as illegitimate and an attempt to destabilise the opposition party.

In a statement issued today, interim national spokesperson Nqobizitha Mlilo said the purported recalls had no factual, political or legal basis and did not represent the party’s position.

The letters, dated 7 October and stamped as received today, were addressed to Speaker of the National Assembly Advocate Jacob Mudenda, Senate President Senator Mabel Chinomona and Local Government and Public Works Minister Daniel Garwe.

They claimed that Coltart, Bulawayo Central MP Surrender Kapoikilu, Mbizo MP Corban Madzivanyika, Epworth North MP Togarepi Zivai Mhetu and Bulawayo Senator Kucaca Ivumile Phulu had ceased to be CCC members.

The letters subsequently called on the authorities to act in accordance with Section 129(1)(k) of the Constitution, a provision concerning the vacation of parliamentary seats under specified circumstances.

However, Mlilo's faction has distanced itself from the correspondence, alleging that certain individuals were abusing the recall process to intimidate elected representatives and force them to demonstrate political allegiance.

According to the statement, internal investigations had identified those allegedly responsible for the letters, although the faction did not publicly disclose their identities.

The faction further accused the individuals involved of attempting to destabilise the party from within, warning that their actions could amount to contempt of court.

It said lawyers had been engaged to advise on a permanent resolution to the dispute, while assuring its elected representatives that their positions remained secure until at least 2030.

TSHABANGU'S NAME RETURNS TO THE RECALL CONTROVERSY

The latest development has drawn attention because the letters reportedly bear the same Bulawayo address and CCC letterhead associated with the office of Senator Sengezo Tshabangu.

Tshabangu became a central figure in Zimbabwe's opposition politics in October 2023 after his recall letters led Speaker Mudenda to declare 15 opposition legislators' seats vacant.

The latest dispute therefore raises fresh questions about internal divisions within the CCC and the continued use of parliamentary recalls in the party's political battles.

Mlilo, who has served as Tshabangu's spokesperson since the party split, is now publicly rejecting the latest recall correspondence on behalf of his faction.

The controversy also revives an earlier dispute involving Bulawayo Mayor Coltart. Last year, Tshabangu denied reports that his faction was plotting to remove the mayor, insisting that he had no intention of ousting him.

With the latest letters now disowned by Mlilo's faction, the immediate question is whether Parliament and the Ministry of Local Government will act on the correspondence or await further clarification.

For now, the CCC's internal divisions remain in the spotlight, with rival political interests and the threat of recalls continuing to cast a shadow over the opposition party.

CCC RECALLS COLTART: IS BULAWAYO BEING CLEARED FOR MNANGAGWA-LINKED WASTE DEAL?

BULAWAYO, ZIMBABWE — The political war over Bulawayo's waste management contract has taken a dramatic turn after Mayor David Coltart was recalled from the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), raising fresh questions about the future of the city's refuse collection services and the growing influence of politically connected business interests.

In a letter dated 7 October 2026 and received by the Ministry of Local Government on 9 October, the CCC faction led by Mbuso Siso informed Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe that Coltart, the Ward 4 councillor, had "ceased to be a member" of the party.

The faction asked the minister to invoke Section 129(1)(k) of the Constitution, which provides for the removal of a legislator or councillor who ceases to belong to the political party under which they were elected.

But the timing of the recall has fuelled suspicion, with Coltart having been at loggerheads with fellow councillors over the proposed involvement of Geo Pomona Waste Management in Bulawayo.

WAS REFUSING GEO POMONA THE MAYOR'S BIGGEST MISTAKE?

At the centre of the controversy is Geo Pomona Waste Management, a company fronted by businessman Dilesh Nguwaya, who has been reported to have close links to President Emmerson Mnangagwa's family.

The company has announced plans to expand its operations across Zimbabwe's provinces, with Bulawayo emerging as another battleground over its proposed waste management involvement.

Coltart resisted the company's entry into Bulawayo, while a group of councillors reportedly favoured engaging the firm.

The dispute intensified as the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA) and the Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (PRAZ) reportedly urged the city to engage Geo Pomona.

For critics of the proposed arrangement, the mayor's removal raises an uncomfortable question: was Coltart being punished politically for refusing to support a controversial business deal?

There is, however, no independently established evidence in the information provided that the recall was orchestrated specifically to secure a Geo Pomona contract.

HARARE'S US$3 MILLION WARNING TO BULAWAYO

Bulawayo residents have every reason to pay close attention to developments in their city.

In Harare, the Geo Pomona arrangement has attracted intense public scrutiny, with the capital reportedly paying close to US$3 million per month for refuse collection and street cleaning.

Questions surrounding the costs, transparency and value for money of the arrangement have made the deal a lightning rod for criticism.

Now, with Coltart out of the way politically, residents fear Bulawayo could face similar pressures to accept a deal they have not been adequately consulted about.

Will the city insist on a transparent procurement process, competitive pricing and clear performance guarantees, or will political manoeuvres determine who manages its waste?

For ordinary residents struggling with municipal charges and service delivery challenges, the consequences could extend well beyond City Hall.

FROM DENIAL TO RECALL: WHAT CHANGED?

The recall follows months of tension between Coltart and the CCC faction associated with Sengezo Tshabangu.

The mayor had reportedly faced mounting pressure after snubbing a meeting officiated by Paul Tungwarara, an advisor to President Mnangagwa.

When reports of a possible recall first emerged, Tshabangu reportedly dismissed the claims in comments to CITE, arguing that the CCC could not unilaterally remove Coltart under the Urban Councils Act.

Yet the faction has now moved to recall him, a development likely to intensify questions about the party's internal authority and the legal basis for its decisions.

The constitutional process governing recalls, the faction's standing and any potential legal challenge could become central to the next phase of the dispute.

COLTART IS NOT THE ONLY CASUALTY

The faction has also moved against four other opposition politicians.

In separate letters addressed to Speaker of Parliament Jacob Mudenda and Senate President Mabel Chinomona, it recalled:

Ivumile Kucaca Phulu — Bulawayo Senator.

Surrender Kapoikilu — Bulawayo Central MP.

Corban Madzivanyika — Mbizo MP.

Togarepi Zivai Mhetu — Epworth North MP.

The latest recalls add to a prolonged wave of expulsions and recalls conducted in the CCC's name since October 2023.

The political consequences have been significant, with opposition representation in Parliament and local authorities repeatedly disrupted, while ZANU-PF has benefited from divisions and vacancies within the opposition.

For a movement that emerged promising an alternative to ZANU-PF's long-standing dominance, the repeated recalls have become a major source of controversy.

WHO REALLY BENEFITS FROM COLTART'S EXIT?

The central issue is bigger than the fate of one mayor.

Bulawayo now faces a critical test: will its elected representatives prioritise residents' interests, transparent procurement and affordable municipal services, or will political factionalism and pressure from powerful commercial interests shape the city's decisions?

Coltart's critics may argue that a mayor must work with fellow councillors and remain accountable to his party. His supporters, meanwhile, may see the recall as a troubling development that risks sidelining resistance to a controversial corporate arrangement.

Neither interpretation should replace scrutiny of the actual contract, procurement records and the legal grounds for the recall.

But one thing is clear: when a mayor opposing a disputed business arrangement is recalled amid a bitter political feud, residents deserve answers.

Who stands to gain from the change in Bulawayo's political leadership? Will Geo Pomona now secure a foothold in the city? And who will protect ratepayers if the cost of refuse collection rises without a corresponding improvement in service delivery?

THE BIG QUESTION: IS BULAWAYO'S WASTE MANAGEMENT DISPUTE ABOUT CLEANING UP THE CITY — OR ABOUT WHO GETS TO CASH IN?

Green Galaxy Media — Saying it as it is.

DJ OLLAH HANDED ME OVER TO JOACHIM "G6" CHIVAYO AND I WAS BADLY ASSAULTED - TECHMAG TV EDITOR IN CHIEF TONEO SPEAKS

TECHMAG TV CEO TONEO TONEO SAYS HE SUFFERED INJURIES DURING FUNERAL COVERAGE, FILES POLICE REPORT

A TechMag TV journalist has alleged that he was physically assaulted by security personnel allegedly linked to Joachim Chivhayo, popularly known as G6, while covering the funeral proceedings of the late businessman Wicknell Chivayo on Thursday, 8 October 2026.

In a detailed media statement, TechMag TV Editor-in-Chief and CEO Toneo Toneo claims that the incident occurred after a confrontation over his crew's coverage of the funeral procession.

Toneo says he sustained injuries, including loosened lower teeth, a swollen eye and severe jaw pain. He has since reported the alleged assault to Highlands Police Station under reference number RRB 6847154.

WHAT HAPPENED BEFORE THE ALLEGED ASSAULT?

According to Toneo, he and his crew had arrived at the Chivhayo residence to cover developments surrounding the funeral. He says he contacted family spokesperson Herbert Chivhayo to request an update on the programme.

Toneo claims Herbert suggested that, instead of giving an individual update, he would address journalists from various media houses at a press conference.

The TechMag TV editor says he subsequently contacted journalists from The Herald, ZBC, Owen Madondo, popularly known as DJ Ollah, and two other media practitioners to coordinate the briefing.

However, Toneo alleges that DJ Ollah later called him aside and led him to Joachim Chivhayo, who allegedly ordered him to stop recording, accusing him of conducting coverage without his clearance.

Toneo says he explained that his team had been covering the story from the scene of the helicopter crash and had continued reporting from the family residence in the days that followed.

He alleges that Joachim remained opposed to his crew's presence and insisted that they stop filming.

Toneo says he then approached Herbert Chivhayo to explain the situation. According to his account, Herbert maintained that he was responsible for authorising media coverage and insisted that journalists should not be stopped or disturbed.

The press conference subsequently went ahead before the media teams left for a funeral parlour in town to collect the bodies.

THE ALLEGED ATTACK ON GLETWIN ROAD

Toneo alleges that the confrontation escalated later as the convoy travelled along Gletwin Road, with journalists recording and broadcasting live near the hearse.

According to his statement, Joachim allegedly shouted from his vehicle: “So you guys mune nharo ka imi, I want to show you something.”

Toneo says the crew slowed down and stopped filming to establish what was happening.

He alleges that a white SUV driven by security personnel then blocked their vehicle, after which three men jumped out and attacked him while he was behind the wheel.

The journalist claims the men punched and slapped him for approximately 20 seconds before returning to their vehicle and driving away.

He further alleges that members of the funeral convoy travelling behind the hearse witnessed the incident.

The allegations have not been independently verified, and the account presented here reflects Toneo's version of events.

POLICE REPORT FILED AS LEGAL ACTION LOOMS

Toneo says he has formally reported the alleged assault to Highlands Police Station and intends to pursue the matter with assistance from his legal counsel.

He described the situation as deeply regrettable, particularly given his previous working relationship with DJ Ollah, which he says had been respectful.

The TechMag TV editor maintains that journalists should be allowed to carry out their professional responsibilities without fear of physical intimidation.

“JOURNALISM IS NOT A CRIME”

In his statement, Toneo called on authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and ensure that anyone found responsible is held accountable in accordance with the law.

He acknowledged that families dealing with bereavement deserve respect and that journalists should observe reasonable and lawful arrangements during funeral proceedings. However, he argued that such circumstances should never be used to justify violence against media practitioners.

“Journalism is not a crime, and no journalist should be physically attacked or intimidated for documenting events and reporting matters of public interest,” he said.

He concluded by reaffirming TechMag TV's commitment to continuing its reporting despite the alleged incident.

THE BIG QUESTION: Should journalists covering high-profile funerals be required to obtain clearance from family representatives, and where should the line be drawn between a family's right to privacy and the public's right to information?

Issued by Toneo Toneo, Editor-in-Chief, TechMag TV.

US$5 MILLION SOLAR MONEY, US$90,000 SHOES AND LUXURY CARS?

A FAMILY EULOGY HAS NOW PUT THE SPOTLIGHT ON THE MYSTERY SURROUNDING THE US$5 MILLION GWANDA SOLAR PROJECT MONEY — AND WHERE IT ALLEGEDLY WENT.

During his eulogy for his late brother Wicknell Chivayo today, Joachim Chivayo, popularly known as G6, made startling claims about the businessman’s extravagant spending after receiving money connected to the Gwanda Solar Project.

According to G6, Wicknell allegedly went on a spending spree within weeks, splashing money on luxury cars, expensive overseas holidays and even a pair of shoes reportedly costing US$90,000, bought in Dubai.

But the most explosive claim concerns the US$220,000 that G6 says he personally lent Wicknell for the project.

G6 reportedly said Wicknell had promised to repay him US$1 million, but ultimately failed to do so.

And here is where the questions become difficult to ignore:

The Gwanda solar project was never delivered.

Yet, according to the account given at the funeral, enormous amounts of money were allegedly spent on luxury and personal extravagance.

Although Wicknell was previously cleared by the courts of criminal wrongdoing in connection with the matter, the unanswered questions surrounding the project, the money and the subsequent spending have continued to attract public scrutiny.

Now comes the bigger question:

WHO WILL FOLLOW THE MONEY?

If an accountable state is serious about transparency, should the late businessman’s estate be subjected to a thorough investigation to establish the legitimate sources of his wealth and trace funds connected to major public projects before the estate is distributed to beneficiaries?

The questions raised by G6’s own eulogy may prove impossible to bury with Wicknell.

US$5 MILLION. US$90,000 SHOES. LUXURY CARS. A PROJECT THAT NEVER MATERIALISED.

Zimbabweans will be asking one simple question: WHERE DID THE MONEY GO?

The claims regarding the money, spending and loan arrangement are attributed to Joachim “G6” Chivayo’s eulogy !

MNANGAGWA APPOINTS TAGWIREI AS MINISTER

Harare - President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has appointed businessman and Senator Kudakwashe Tagwirei as Minister of Economic Development and Investment Promotion with immediate effect.

The appointment was announced in a press statement dated 8 October 2026 from the Office of the President and Cabinet, signed by Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet Dr M. Rushwaya.

The statement reads:

"In terms of Section 104, Subsection (1) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, His Excellency the President, Cde Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has appointed Kudakwashe Tagwirei as Minister of Economic Development and Investment Promotion. The appointment is with immediate effect."_

The statement was stamped by the Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet on 08 OCT 2026.

From Boardroom to Cabinet

Tagwirei's appointment to Cabinet is a major elevation. The founder of Sakunda Holdings - with interests in energy, agriculture, mining and logistics - he has been one of the most influential business figures in Zimbabwe over the past decade.

In August 2026, Tagwirei was among 10 additional Senators appointed by President Mnangagwa under Constitutional Amendment No. 3, which expanded the Senate from 80 to 90 seats. He was sworn in as Senator on 18 August 2026.

He also sits on the ZANU-PF Central Committee and chairs the Land Tenure Implementation Committee, and has been a key advisor to the President on economic programmes including Command Agriculture and the Presidential Inputs Scheme.

A Controversial Figure

The appointment is likely to attract significant attention locally and internationally. Tagwirei has been under United States sanctions since 2020 under the Global Magnitsky programme and under UK Global Anti-Corruption sanctions since 2021, over allegations related to state contracts. He has consistently denied any wrongdoing.

His supporters credit him with driving investment in fuel supply, infrastructure and agriculture, while critics have questioned the close relationship between his business empire and government contracts.

The new portfolio - Economic Development and Investment Promotion - is seen as central to the National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2) 2026-2030, government's blueprint towards Vision 2030.

The Office of the President and Cabinet is expected to announce the swearing-in ceremony date in due course.

DJ TOWERS IN CONTROVERSY OVER "ADVANCE RIP" PASSION JAVA POST

HARARE -ZANU-PF social media personality and Wicknell Chivayo car beneficiary Tawanda Marimbe, popularly known as DJ Towers, has sparked outrage on social media after posting what many have interpreted as an advance death wish for several high-profile figures.

In a post accompanied by a photo of himself posing in front of a white Toyota Fortuner bearing registration AGV 3636 - one of the vehicles believed to be from Chivayo's car donation scheme - DJ Towers wrote:

_"Life is short seShort rangu re ZANU PF, RIP Mr & Mrs Chivayo nema Pilots, RIP Ginimbi, RIP vaMugabe and RIP Panganai"_

The post has been widely shared on Facebook and WhatsApp groups.

*Who is Panganai?*

According to followers who commented on the post, the name "Panganai" used by DJ Towers refers to controversial preacher and ZANU-PF affiliate Passion Java, whose real name is Panganai Java. DJ Towers appears to be sending a premature condolence message to Java while he is still alive.

The post also mentions "Mr & Mrs Chivayo and Pilots" - an apparent reference to businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who gifted DJ Towers and several other ZANU-PF loyalists vehicles in the past two years. The mention of Ginimbi and former President Robert Mugabe, both of whom are deceased, alongside living figures has left many social media users confused and concerned.

*Social Media Reaction*

The post, which shows DJ Towers shirtless with what appears to be a traditional substance smeared on his chest and wearing ZANU-PF branded shorts, has drawn mixed reactions.

Some supporters of the ruling party have described it as a joke taken too far, while others have condemned it as a direct threat and a sign of internal divisions among ZANU-PF beneficiaries.

DJ Towers, who rose to fame for his energetic support for ZANU-PF during the 2023 elections, has not yet issued a clarification on what prompted the post.

Neither Wicknell Chivayo nor Passion Java had responded to the post at the time of publishing.

WHAT KILLS POLITICS IN ZIMBABWE

By Felistas Muza

Ask what is wrong with Zimbabwean politics and you will get an answer within seconds. ZANU-PF, most will say. The rigging. The soldiers. The men in unmarked cars. All of that is real and documented, and none of it is the whole answer, because a system does not stay this stuck for this long on the strength of one party's misconduct alone. Something more systemic is at work. Politics in Zimbabwe is not simply defeated. It is killed, repeatedly, by a small number of mechanisms that operate whoever happens to be holding the megaphone.

THE CULT OF THE FOUNDER

Zimbabwe's opposition has an extraordinary talent for building movements and almost no record of building institutions. The line runs from the original MDC through the MDC Alliance to the Citizens Coalition for Change, and now to Nelson Chamisa's Agenda 2026 — each iteration born out of the wreckage of the last, each organised around a founder rather than a rulebook.

The August 2026 exchange between Chamisa and the journalist Hopewell Chin'ono put the problem in unusually plain view. Chin'ono argued that Chamisa could not blame infiltrators for the CCC's collapse without accounting for the leadership model that made infiltration easy, and offered US$10,000 if Chamisa could produce the party's legitimate constitution and leadership organogram. Chamisa's answer was that the CCC had been kids' play, never fully formed. He may be right. That is exactly the indictment.

CCC MP SUSAN MATSUNGA STARTED SUPPORTING CAB3 AFTER SHE WAS GIVEN A CAR AND MONEY BY CHIVAYO! 

A party without a published constitution, a transparent organogram, a candidate selection process or a mechanism for resolving internal disputes is not a weaker version of a party. It is a different thing entirely: a following. Followings cannot survive the removal of the person at the centre, and in Zimbabwe that person is always removable — by prison, by exile, by a court order, by a plane ticket. Every time the centre is removed, the whole edifice has to be rebuilt from scratch, and the years spent rebuilding are years not spent governing or holding anyone to account.

THE RECALL MACHINE

The second killer is procedural, and it is genuinely ingenious. You do not need to defeat an opposition at the ballot box if you can dissolve it afterwards through paperwork.

In 2023 Zimbabweans handed the opposition a substantial parliamentary and council mandate. Within months that mandate was being contested in courtrooms, in Parliament and in council chambers. Seats were declared vacant. By-elections followed. The opposition's parliamentary strength was hollowed out without a single vote being overturned. Whether you call this infiltration or institutional weakness depends on your politics, but the outcome is not in dispute: an election result was neutralised administratively.

The recent appointment of Brilliant Dube, once a Chamisa aide, to the Senate by President Mnangagwa has kept that argument alive. Supporters of the opposition read such trajectories as proof of capture. Others read them as proof that a party with no internal rules cannot tell the difference between a loyalist and a passenger until it is too late. Both readings point at the same vulnerability.

CHANGING THE RULES INSTEAD OF WINNING UNDER THEM

The third mechanism is the one that dominated 2026. The Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Act, signed into law on 7 July, replaced the direct popular election of the President with election by a joint sitting of Parliament and extended presidential and parliamentary terms from five years to seven, applied to the incumbent.

The government's case was that these were constructive reforms — measures to reinforce constitutional governance, reduce what it termed election-related toxicity, and provide the policy continuity needed for Vision 2030's target of upper-middle-income status. That case deserves to be stated fairly, because a substantial number of Zimbabweans do want stability more than they want another disputed election, and the Bill passed by 216 votes to 42 in the National Assembly and 75 to 4 in the Senate.

But the effect on political life is not really contestable. Once the presidency is no longer chosen by voters, the incentive to campaign among voters weakens for everyone. Th

e Catholic bishops warned during the debate that the changes could weaken institutional independence and erode democratic accountability. Opposition parties, civil society and independent constitutional analysts made a similar argument about the narrowing of public participation. When the route to power runs through a parliamentary chamber rather than a polling station, ordinary citizens become spectators to a contest they were previously participants in.

FEAR AND ITS INEFFICIENCY

The fourth killer is the oldest. Amnesty International recorded that on 8 February 2026, Job Sikhala and 39 members of the National Democratic Working Group were arrested after police raided their meeting near Mutare and allegedly assaulted them, then released hours later without charge. That pattern — arrest, disruption, release, no charge — is the point. Nobody needs to be convicted. The meeting simply does not happen.

The same year brought an arson attack on the SAPES Trust premises in Harare hours before it was due to host a press conference against the term extension, and a fire at the Highfield home of a Constitutional Defence Forum member. Police disrupted an NDWG press briefing in Bulawayo. Five NDWG members were arrested in July for distributing food in Kuwadzana.

The cost of this is not measured in the people arrested. It is measured in the far larger number who conclude that politics is a hobby for people with lawyers, and stay home.

POVERTY AS A DEPOLITICISER

The fifth is economic, and it is underrated because it looks apolitical. Annual inflation reached 243.8 percent by the old methodology in December 2022. The Zimbabwe dollar was abandoned in April 2024 for the gold-backed ZiG. Most people survive in the informal economy.

Organising politics in that environment is expensive and precarious. Meetings cost money. Transport costs money. More importantly, hustling for a daily income consumes the hours that civic participation requires. A population working sixteen-hour days to feed itself is a population with no capacity to attend a ward meeting, and there is a direct relationship between that powerlessness and voter apathy. Economic collapse does not just impoverish citizens. It disenfranchises them without anyone having to pass a law.

THE EXIT

Add these up and you get the sixth killer, which is withdrawal. Roughly 62 percent of Zimbabwe's population is under 25, and that demographic weight has never converted into electoral weight. Research has found that around 80 percent of young respondents said young people were not fully participating in electoral and governance processes, citing apathy, violence and intimidation, lack of information, and being dismissed on account of age.

The reasoning is not irrational. Young Zimbabweans say the elections happen because the constitution requires them, not because they decide anything. That belief is self-fulfilling. Every citizen who acts on it makes it more true for the next.

IS IT KILLING THE RULING PARTY TOO

One correction is worth making to the usual telling. ZANU-PF is not the beneficiary of all of this; it is also a victim of it. Its own succession question has been fought through proxies, expulsions and war veterans rather than through any internal democratic mechanism. Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga's opposition to the 2030 project and his reported snubbing of a politburo meeting, the expelled war veteran Blessed Geza calling for the President's resignation from outside the structures — these are not the symptoms of a healthy governing party. They are the same disease: a political culture in which nothing is settled by rules and everything is settled by personalities, patronage and force.

WHAT WOULD ACTUALLY HELP

The uncomfortable conclusion is that most of what kills Zimbabwean politics could be survived if the country's political vehicles were built differently. Repression is real, but repression is much more lethal against organisations that have no written constitution, no transparent finances, no succession plan and no way to discipline their own members. Infiltration is real, but infiltration works best where authority is undocumented and can therefore be claimed by whoever moves fastest.

That is not a glamorous programme. Nobody fills a stadium demanding an internal dispute-resolution procedure. But movements that depend entirely on the charisma and physical liberty of one person will keep dying the moment that person is jailed, exiled, discredited or simply grows tired — and Zimbabwe has now watched that happen enough times to stop treating it as bad luck.

 Felistas Muza writes in her capacity as an Independent Political,Social and Economic Analyst!

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CHIVAYO MAPFUMO REPORTED TO FBI OVER US $ 1 MILLION DOLLAR PERFORMANCE DEAL

MAPFUMO–CHIVAYO US$1.5 MILLION DEAL URGED FOR U.S. INVESTIGATION AS VIOLET MAKUNIKE WRITES TO AMERICAN AUTHORITIES

A Zimbabwean-born UK citizen and charity worker, Violet Makunike, has written to several United States law enforcement and financial oversight agencies requesting that they examine publicly reported financial dealings between controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo and veteran musician Thomas Mapfumo.

Violet Makunike (Viomak) has written a letter to the US authorities to investigate Chivayo and Mapfumo for suspected money laundering. 

In a letter dated 14 July 2026, Makunike asked U.S. authorities to assess whether the reported payments totaling US$1.5 million comply with applicable American laws, particularly because Mapfumo is reportedly a permanent resident of the United States.

According to the letter, the reported arrangement involves US$500,000 for Mapfumo to perform at musician Jah Prayzah's wedding and a further US$1 million to perform at Chivayo's birthday celebrations.

Makunike argues that the transactions deserve scrutiny because Chivayo has attracted widespread public attention in Zimbabwe for his lavish displays of wealth, including gifting luxury vehicles, donating buses to churches, purchasing private aircraft and publicly distributing large sums of money. She notes that Zimbabweans have repeatedly questioned the source of his wealth, particularly in light of his involvement in government contracts and previous court appearances in fraud-related cases. The letter also acknowledges that allegations alone do not prove wrongdoing.

A key issue raised in the letter is Mapfumo's previously public position that he would not accept money from Chivayo because he believed the businessman’s funds were questionable. Makunike says the musician's apparent decision to now accept the reported payment has prompted renewed public concern and calls for greater transparency.

Addressing U.S. authorities, Makunike stresses that she is not asking them to presume any wrongdoing, but rather to determine whether the reported transactions warrant review under U.S. tax laws, anti-money laundering regulations and other applicable financial reporting requirements.

The letter requests that any investigation be conducted according to U.S. law and expresses appreciation for the United States' commitment to transparency, accountability and the rule of law.

Makunike addressed copies of her letter to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Department of Justice (DOJ), Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

Neither Wicknell Chivayo nor Thomas Mapfumo has publicly responded to Makunike's letter at the time of writing. The allegations and concerns outlined in the letter remain requests for official review and do not constitute findings of wrongdoing by any authority.

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“ZVANZA NGAZVIGEZANE” EXPLODES! — AN INTERVIEW WITH TRYFORD MAKUMBE!

 There’s a new wave sweeping through Zimbabwe’s music scene and it’s impossible to ignore. Tryford Makumbe,has become the talk of the moment thanks to his breakout hit “Zvanza Ngazvigezane.”

Fast Rising Sungura star Tryford Makumbe has set the music stage on fire 🔥 with his latest trending track "Zvanza Ngazvigezane"

 From rural growth points to urban streets, and now exploding across platforms like Facebook and TikTok, the song has sparked viral challenges, dance trends, and emotional reactions from fans who say it “speaks directly to the soul.”

Blending the rich, storytelling essence of Sungura with a fresh, modern twist, Makumbe is not just making music he’s building a movement. His journey, rooted in hardship and resilience, is now inspiring thousands who see their own struggles reflected in his lyrics.

Green Galaxy Media caught up with the fast-rising star for an exclusive interview to unpack the man behind the music, the message behind the hit, and what’s next for one of Zimbabwe’s most promising voices!

EXCLUSIVE Q&A WITH TRYFORD MAKUMBE

Q. Can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers? Who is Tryford Makumbe off the stage?

A:Tryford Makumbe, popularly known as Try Makumbe, is a contemporary musician, songwriter, and performer committed to preserving Zimbabwean musical heritage while introducing a modern sound. My music focuses on storytelling, inspiration, and addressing real-life experiences that many people face in their daily lives.

Off the stage, I am a humble, resilient, and determined individual. I grew up facing difficult circumstances after being orphaned at a tender age, and those early life struggles shaped my character and outlook on life. I believe in perseverance, faith, and hard work. My life journey has taught me to remain grounded and to use music as a tool to inspire hope and strength in others.

Q. Where did you grow up, and how did your background shape your love for music?

A:I grew up in Masvingo Province, in Nyajena rural area. Growing up in a rural environment exposed me to traditional gatherings, community celebrations, and cultural storytelling through music. Sungura music was a common sound in the community, and I developed a deep love for it from a young age.

Being orphaned at a young age made music even more meaningful to me. Music became my comfort, my voice, and my way of expressing emotions. These experiences shaped my passion and helped me develop a deep emotional connection with music.

Q. When did you first realize you wanted to become a musician?

A:I realized my passion for music during my school years when I started participating in performances and entertainment events. The encouragement I received from people motivated me to take music seriously. Over time, I realized music was more than just talent it was my purpose.

Q. Who inspired your sound in Sungura music? Any legends you looked up to?

A:My sound has been inspired by Lucky Chikuwa and ZCC musicians whose spiritual and emotional style influenced my musical direction. Their meaningful messages, unique rhythms, and connection with listeners played a major role in shaping my sound. I also draw inspiration from other Sungura pioneers who laid the foundation of the genre.

Q. What was your first breakthrough moment in your career?

A:My breakthrough came when my music started gaining recognition from listeners and fans across different communities and online platforms. The positive feedback and growing fan base gave me confidence to continue working harder and pushing my music to wider audiences.

Q. Your latest song is doing very well what inspired it?

A:My latest song was inspired by real-life experiences and challenges people face daily. I wanted to create a song that gives hope, encouragement, and speaks directly to people's lives.

Q. Did you expect the song to become this popular? Why do you think fans are connecting with it?

A:I believed in the message of the song, but I did not expect the overwhelming response. Fans are connecting with it because it is emotional, relatable, and speaks to everyday experiences.

Q. What message are you trying to send through your music?

A:My message is one of hope, perseverance, and faith. I want people to feel encouraged and inspired whenever they listen to my music.

Q. How do you usually create your songs—from idea to final recording?

A:I draw inspiration from life experiences, then develop lyrics and melodies. After rehearsals with my team, we refine the sound and proceed to studio recording.

Q. Do you write from personal experiences or everyday life situations?

A:Yes, I mainly write from personal experiences and everyday life situations to create authentic and relatable music.

Q. What challenges have you faced in the music industry so far?

A:Challenges include limited resources, promotion difficulties, and building recognition in a competitive industry.

Q. How have those challenges shaped you as an artist?

A:They have strengthened my determination, resilience, and discipline. I remain committed to producing quality music.

Q. How do you see Sungura music evolving today?

A:Sungura music continues to evolve as artists introduce new sounds while maintaining traditional roots. Social media has also helped expand the genre internationally.

Q. What do you think makes Sungura special compared to other genres?

A:Sungura is special because of its storytelling, cultural identity, and unique guitar rhythms that connect deeply with listeners.

Q. What do you enjoy doing when you’re not making music?

A:I enjoy spending time with family, listening to music, and interacting with fans.

Q. Who is the person behind the scenes that supports your career the most?

A:My manager, my family, and my team provide strong support and encouragement that keeps me focused and motivated.

Q. What can fans expect from you next—any new projects or collaborations?

A:Fans can expect new music, collaborations, and live performances. I have already worked on collaborations with different artists including Obert Chari, Agartha Marudzwa, Blessing Shumba, and many more. These collaborations have helped me grow musically and reach wider audiences. I am also working on more exciting projects and future collaborations.

Q. Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?

A:I see myself becoming one of the leading contemporary Sungura artists, releasing more albums, and expanding internationally while continuing to represent Zimbabwean music.

Q. What message would you like to give to your fans who are supporting your music?

A:I sincerely thank my fans for their continued support. Your encouragement motivates me to keep going despite challenges. I promise to continue delivering meaningful and inspiring music.

Q. How can people follow and support your work?

A:Fans can follow me on my social media platforms, share my music, attend shows, and contact management for bookings.

Artist Contact: Try Makumbe – +263 78 498 2770 (Calls & WhatsApp)

 Management: Jerry Mashandure – +27 62 550 7944

 Facebook: Tryford Makumbe Music

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Green Galaxy Media closing Note: Please Support Tryford Makumbe because he is not just riding a viral wave he’s building a legacy.

With authenticity, raw storytelling, and a sound deeply rooted in Zimbabwean culture, he represents the future of Sungura music. If “Zvanza Ngazvigezane” is anything to go by, this is only the beginning.

Zimbabwe Faces Health Crisis After US Pulls Lifesaving HIV, TB and Malaria Support

 

Zimbabwe Faces Health Crisis After US Pulls Lifesaving HIV, TB and Malaria Support

DEAL OR NO DEAL? America has cut HIV/TB and Malaria Health Funding to Zimbabwe  as Zanu PF rejects the offered deal. 

Zimbabwe is facing a looming public health crisis after the United States Embassy confirmed it will shut down major HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria programmes following the government’s decision to reject a US$367 million funding deal.

The move comes after President Emmerson Mnangagwa reportedly ordered officials to halt negotiations over concerns that the agreement threatened Zimbabwe’s sovereignty and could give foreign powers access to sensitive national health data and strategic sectors.

1.2 Million HIV Patients at Risk

The withdrawal threatens the lives of more than 1.2 million Zimbabweans who currently rely on antiretroviral treatment supported by the United States. These programmes have been a lifeline for millions, helping Zimbabwe make major progress in controlling HIV and reducing deaths over the past two decades.

US Ambassador Pamela Tremont confirmed the decision, describing it as difficult but unavoidable after negotiations collapsed.

“We will now turn to the difficult and regrettable task of winding down our health assistance in Zimbabwe,” she said.

The funding package would have supported HIV treatment, tuberculosis control, malaria prevention, maternal health, and outbreak preparedness over the next five years.

Why Zimbabwe Rejected the Deal

Zimbabwean authorities reportedly objected to several conditions attached to the agreement, including demands for increased transparency, access to health data, and oversight mechanisms. Officials also feared the deal could create foreign influence over national priorities and critical resources.

Government leaders insisted Zimbabwe must protect its independence and instead focus on strengthening its own healthcare funding systems.

Billions Already Invested

Since 2006, the US has invested over US$1.9 billion into Zimbabwe’s health sector through programmes such as USAID and the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, helping the country achieve global HIV treatment targets set by UNAIDS.

These programmes have funded:

• HIV medication and treatment
• TB detection and treatment
• Malaria prevention programmes
• Training for healthcare workers
• Equipment and support for rural clinics

Government Promises to Fill the Gap

Zimbabwe’s Health Minister, Douglas Mombeshora, said the government is accelerating plans to introduce a National Health Insurance Scheme and increase domestic funding through taxes such as the AIDS Levy.

Officials say Zimbabwe is prepared to continue the fight without foreign assistance, but experts warn replacing such massive funding will be extremely difficult.

Uncertain Future for Millions

The shutdown raises serious concerns about:

• Possible drug shortages
• Treatment interruptions
• Increased HIV and TB deaths
• Collapse of rural health support systems

While 16 other African countries accepted similar funding deals, Zimbabwe’s decision now leaves millions facing an uncertain future as one of the largest foreign health support programmes in the country comes to an end.

The coming months will determine whether Zimbabwe’s healthcare system can survive without the support it relied on for nearly two decades.

Lily Java Divorces Hubby Over "Too Much Charlatanry"

America - Prophetess breaks silence to confirm the end of her marriage and ministry partnership, citing a need to separate from past "endorsement" of certain behaviors.

Divorced Lily Java claims that ex hubby Passion was acting like a church clown instead of a real prophet of God

In a formal and candid statement released to the public, Prophetess Lily Java has confirmed the legal dissolution of her marriage, revealing that the separation extends far beyond the personal realm into a complete division of ministry and vision.

While the statement is measured and spiritual in tone, sources close to the Prophetess indicate that the split was necessitated by what she perceived as "too much charlatanry" within the union—a departure from authentic spiritual practice that she could no longer overlook or endorse.

"Mbambaira tokububunya,tokutsotsonya,tora shereni bond toku burner,Mahutetina mungeke"Java's fake tongues were just random Shona words presented to his American congregants as spiritual tongues.

In the official communication, Java addressed her followers directly, emphasizing that the decision was made after significant soul-searching.

"After prayer, counsel, and much reflection, I want to formally acknowledge that my marriage has been legally dissolved for some time," the statement read. "This season has brought significant change for both of us."

Java was careful to highlight that while the marital covenant has ended, the commitment to their three sons remains a top priority. She described a mutual dedication to raising their children "with stability, love, and intentional care."

However, the statement draws a hard line regarding their professional and spiritual futures. Java was emphatic that the separation is total, severing not just the household but also the ministry entity they once built together.

"I want to make it clear that our lives, callings, and ministries now move forward separately. We are no longer connected in marriage, leadership, or vision. Each of us is pursuing the individual path and assignment God has entrusted to us."

The phrase "choosing peace does not mean endorsing the past" stood out to many observers, interpreted as a direct reference to the alleged "charlatanry" that insiders claim plagued the relationship and tainted their joint ministry work.

"This decision was not made casually. It was made with sobriety, clarity, and conviction. Choosing peace does not mean endorsing the past; it means choosing wisdom for the future."

Java concluded her announcement by asking for privacy and respect as both parties navigate their new, separate paths. She reaffirmed her focus on healing, growth, and her individual purpose.

"My focus remains forward — on healing, growth, our children, and fulfilling God’s purpose individually."

As the news spreads through the prophetic circuit, supporters have flooded her comments with messages of support, praising her for prioritizing authenticity and peace over a partnership that had reportedly become a source of spiritual contention.

Trouble Follows the Mugabe Name: Chatunga Arrested in Shooting as Family’s Explosive History Returns

 Chatunga Bellarmine Mugabe Arrested in Johannesburg Shooting Incident, Past Controversies Resurface

SPOILED BRAT?: Chatunga Mugabe has been taken in by SAPS for questioning regarding a serious shooting incident at his Johannesburg residence. 

Police have arrested Chatunga Bellarmine Mugabe, the son of former Robert Mugabe, following a shooting incident at his Hyde Park residence in Johannesburg.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed that Mugabe was among two suspects taken into custody on Thursday morning after private security personnel alerted authorities to gunfire at the property. Police say the suspects are expected to face attempted murder charges.

Initially, reports suggested the victim was a security guard, but investigators later confirmed that the victim is a 23-year-old gardener employed at the residence. Preliminary investigations indicate the shooting may have stemmed from a labour dispute between the victim and one of the suspects.

Police recovered a cartridge at the scene and deployed specialised units, including a dog unit, to search for the firearm used in the incident. The victim was rushed to hospital and remains in critical condition, although authorities say they remain hopeful for his recovery.

Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi also dismissed early reports that Mugabe had barricaded himself inside the home, confirming instead that both suspects were cooperating with police.

Not the First Controversy Involving Mugabe and His Family

This latest arrest has revived memories of past controversies involving Mugabe and his family during their time living in South Africa.

In 2017, Mugabe was at the centre of a high-profile incident involving his mother, Grace Mugabe, and South African model Gabriella Engels. The incident occurred at a luxury hotel in Sandton, where Engels had reportedly gone to meet Mugabe. According to Engels, Grace Mugabe entered the hotel room and assaulted her with an electrical extension cord, causing head injuries and bruises. 

Reports indicated that Grace Mugabe confronted the young woman after finding her in the company of her sons, including Chatunga. Engels later stated that she was repeatedly struck with the cord and suffered visible injuries that required medical treatment. 

The case drew international attention and sparked diplomatic tensions between Zimbabwe and South Africa. Grace Mugabe was granted diplomatic immunity at the time, allowing her to leave the country without facing immediate prosecution, despite the assault allegations. 

The Mugabe brothers had already developed a reputation for controversial behaviour while living in Johannesburg, including reports of disruptive conduct at residential complexes and luxury hotels. 

Renewed Scrutiny Following Latest Arrest

The latest arrest of Chatunga Mugabe has once again placed the Mugabe family under public scrutiny, particularly given their history of legal and behavioural controversies in South Africa.

Authorities have confirmed that investigations into the shooting are ongoing, and Mugabe and his co-accused are expected to appear in court soon.

The incident has attracted widespread attention in both South Africa and Zimbabwe, where the Mugabe family remains a prominent and polarising political dynasty.

Zimbabwe Dancehall Star Malloti Wanted for Armed Robbery in South Africa — Extradition Battle Looms

 Zimbabwean dancehall musician and social media personality Malloti is now at the centre of an international legal storm after the South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed she is wanted in South Africa on charges of robbery with a firearm.

WANTED:Namatai Bhobho suspected to be Zimdancehall musician Malloti Rose is on the Western Cape SAPS WANTED list in South Africa

Authorities have launched formal processes to have the performer extradited from Zimbabwe to face justice over a case dating back to 2017.

Western Cape SAPS spokesperson Captain F.C. Van Wyk told IOL that a warrant of arrest was issued by the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court for a suspect identified as Namatai Bhobho.

“The accused is wanted on a case of robbery with firearm after a Warrant of Arrest was issued. The case was removed from the court roll until she is traced and arrested,” said Van Wyk.

He further confirmed that the case docket is now with the Director of Public Prosecutions, which is preparing legal steps to locate and extradite the suspect back to South Africa.

Armed Robbery Case Linked to 2017 Western Cape Incident

Police documents link the warrant to an armed robbery investigation under Rondebosch case number CAS 78/11/2017 in South Africa.

Authorities say the case was temporarily removed from the court roll after investigators were unable to locate the suspect — a standard legal procedure when an accused person cannot be found.

While full details of the robbery have not been publicly disclosed, the charge carries severe penalties, including lengthy prison sentences if proven in court.

Identity Mystery Raises Questions

Adding to the intrigue is confusion surrounding the suspect’s identity.

Zimbabwe’s state-owned newspaper The Herald has previously identified Malloti’s legal name as Millicent Tsitsi Chimonyo in separate court matters in Harare.

However, the South African warrant identifies the suspect as Namatai Bhobho. Authorities have not officially clarified whether the two names refer to the same individual.

Malloti, who previously lived in South Africa before returning to Zimbabwe, has maintained a visible public profile as an entertainer despite the outstanding warrant.

Legal Troubles and Public Controversies

Malloti’s legal challenges have not been limited to South Africa. She has appeared in Zimbabwean courts in unrelated cases, where she was granted bail.

She was also involved in a highly publicised feud with controversial Zimbabwean cleric and socialite Passion Java, which escalated into legal proceedings and intense social media exchanges.

In another controversy, Zimbabwe’s tabloid H-Metro reported allegations linking her to the recreational use of BronCleer, a banned cough syrup often abused for its intoxicating effects. The report triggered widespread debate and backlash among fans and the public.

These repeated legal battles have cemented Malloti’s reputation as one of Zimbabwe’s most controversial entertainers.

“Hiding in Plain Sight,” Says Investigative Journalist

Zimbabwean investigative journalist Maynard Manyowa, publisher of DugUp, said authorities were shocked that Malloti had remained publicly visible despite being wanted.

“Fugitives tend to hide, but this one was living openly as a celebrity,” Manyowa said.

“It’s remarkable that someone facing such serious charges could live in plain sight.”

Extradition Decision Now Lies with Zimbabwean Courts

With the case now in the hands of prosecutors, the extradition process has officially begun.

South Africa and Zimbabwe have legal agreements allowing suspects to be extradited to face charges. However, Zimbabwean courts will ultimately decide whether Malloti will be handed over to South African authorities.

If extradited, she could face trial in South Africa on armed robbery charges that have remained unresolved for nearly eight years.

This is a developing story.

Resign or Face Political Extinction”: Mliswa’s Explosive Attack on Chiwenga After Mnangagwa Cabinet Showdown

 Former Member of Parliament and outspoken ZANU PF critic Themba Mliswa has launched a blistering attack on Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, urging him to resign “honourably” following dramatic developments inside a tense Cabinet meeting over the controversial Constitutional Amendment No.3 Bill.

UNDER FIRE: General Constantino Chiwenga has been told to resign with dignity or face Mnangagwa's axe.

In a strongly worded statement circulating in political circles, Mliswa described Chiwenga as an “opportunist” engaged in what he called “superficial theatrics,” accusing the Vice President of attempting to position himself as a dissenting voice despite overwhelming Cabinet support for the Bill.

Cabinet Isolation and Presidential Rebuke

According to Mliswa, credible accounts suggest there was near-unanimous agreement among Cabinet members in support of the constitutional changes, with only one minister reportedly opposing the proposal. He further claimed that Chiwenga’s repeated interjections during the meeting drew the direct attention—and reprimand—of President Emmerson Mnangagwa.

Mliswa alleged that the Vice President was forced to apologise and adhere to Cabinet protocol after being publicly admonished.

“This presents a perilous predicament,” Mliswa said, arguing that the episode exposed Chiwenga’s diminishing influence within the ruling ZANU PF hierarchy.

A Trail of Political Setbacks?

Mliswa went further, listing what he described as a series of political defeats that signal Chiwenga’s waning support. Among them, he cited internal party battles involving businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei, the removal of party heavyweights such as Obert Mpofu from key positions, and lacklustre outcomes at major political gatherings in Mutare and other regions.

He also questioned Chiwenga’s grassroots support, particularly in Mashonaland East, arguing that political power cannot be sustained without strong internal backing.

“Politics is not founded on commands,” Mliswa said. “It is built on cultivating genuine support among the people and within party structures.”

Geza’s Death and Silence Raises Questions

Mliswa also referenced the recent death of liberation war veteran Blessed Geza, who was widely believed to be aligned with Chiwenga politically. He criticised what he described as a lack of public acknowledgement or visible support from the Vice President following Geza’s passing.

He warned that political alliances without mutual commitment often leave supporters vulnerable while leaders maintain their positions.

Amendment Bill Battle Moves to Parliament

With the constitutional amendment now in Parliament, Mliswa expressed confidence that Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi would drive the process forward aggressively, describing him as relentless in pursuing the govern

ment’s legislative agenda. He also noted the role of Speaker Jacob Mudenda in maintaining parliamentary order during the process.

Mliswa declared that, from his perspective, the internal battle over the amendment had effectively ended.

“Resign Honourably or Accept Reality”

In his closing remarks, Mliswa delivered a blunt ultimatum to the Vice President: accept political reality or step down to preserve his dignity.

His comments highlight deepening tensions within Zimbabwe’s ruling establishment, exposing fractures that could shape the country’s political future ahead of the next electoral cycle.

As internal power struggles intensify, all eyes remain on Chiwenga—and whether he will respond to one of the most direct political challenges of his career.

COMRADES GEZA,SARUWAKA BODIES CROSSED BACK HOME ON VALENTINE'S DAY

 Geza,Saruwaka bodies crossed back home on Valentine's Day

THE LATE Zimbabwe Liberation Heroes Cde Blessed 'Bombshell"Geza and Cde Kudzai Weston Saruwaka who both fiercely fought Emmerson Mnangagwa's dictatorship to death. 

The body of the late outspoken war veteran Blessed Geza returned to Zimbabwean soil in the early hours of Saturday morning, crossing through the Beitbridge Border Post at approximately 5am.

Sources present at the border reported tense moments when officials allegedly insisted on opening Geza’s casket for inspection, a move that angered mourners and members of the funeral procession. Despite the controversy, the convoy continued its solemn journey northwards, first passing through Masvingo before proceeding to Harare. From there, the body is expected to be transported to his rural homestead in Sanyati, where he will be laid to rest.

In a tragic coincidence, the body of activist and Geza’s close ally, Kudzai Weston Saruwaka, also crossed into Zimbabwe through the same border post on the same morning. Saruwaka was reportedly assassinated while in exile in South Africa last week, under circumstances that have raised serious concerns among activists and observers.

According to a report by the Masvingo Mirror, Saruwaka’s body, transported in a hearse belonging to Doves Funeral Services, was seen passing through Masvingo at around 8:30am en route to its final burial destination. Meanwhile, Geza’s remains were being conveyed in a hearse from Nyaradzo Funeral Services.

The return of the two men on Valentine’s Day added a layer of symbolism and sorrow, as supporters and family members prepared to receive figures many considered courageous voices in Zimbabwe’s political and civic landscape. Their deaths, occurring under politically charged circumstances, have intensified calls for transparency, justice, and reflection within the nation.

These men showed love for their country until the dictator haunted them out of Zimbabwe  and their lifeless bodies returned home on the Day Love is celebrated! 

RIP Dear Comrades! Your names will never be erased in the library of Zimbabwe  liberation history!