Current Affairs
Chivhayo Hits Back at Mpofu, Denies Influence Over ZANU-PF
Businessman Wicknell Chivhayo has issued a strongly worded response to lawyer Thabani Mpofu, rejecting allegations that he wields influence over the ruling ZANU-PF and accusing the advocate of making “baseless and nonsensical” claims.
Chivhayo dismissed the claims as unfounded, stressing that suggestions he controls the ruling party are misleading and without merit.
“Such allegations were designed to tarnish his image and misrepresent his role in politics.
For the avoidance of any doubt, I do not control or wish to control the ruling party in any manner whatsoever,” he said.
He clarified that his involvement in ZANU-PF is minimal, noting that he is not part of its leadership structures and has no political ambitions. Chivhayo underscored that his life revolves around his business interests and family, not political manoeuvring.
“I am an ordinary card-carrying member whose primary focus remains on my business interests and family.”
The businessman highlighted that ZANU-PF operates under established governance systems led by President Emmerson Mnangagwa. He explained that decision-making is vested in key organs such as the praesidium, politburo and central committee, and he has no seat in any of them.
“ZANU-PF operates under established governance systems led by President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Key organs such as the praesidium, politburo and central committee are responsible for decision-making, and I do not sit in any of them.”
Chivhayo also criticised Mpofu’s professional conduct, expressing disappointment at what he described as a decline in the lawyer’s standards. He recalled previously engaging Mpofu for legal services and once holding him in high regard as a skilled advocate.
“It is disappointing to see such a decline in conduct from someone I once regarded as a highly skilled advocate.”
He linked Mpofu’s remarks to frustrations within opposition politics, suggesting that his association with Nelson Chamisa had clouded his professional judgement. Chivhayo argued that political disappointments had compromised Mpofu’s ability to separate law from politics.
“Frustrations within opposition politics have blurred his professional judgement.”
The businessman contrasted ZANU-PF’s ideological foundations with those of the opposition, stressing that the ruling party remains focused on national development. He pointed to the liberation struggle principles and the government’s long-term vision for economic transformation.
“The ruling party remains guided by liberation struggle principles and long-term development goals, including achieving upper middle-income status by 2030.”
The exchange underscores ongoing political tensions in Zimbabwe, where disputes between ruling party affiliates and opposition-linked figures frequently play out in public forums.
The Government has strongly condemned the unlawful subdivision and sale of land at North Umzari Farm in Makonde District, Chinhoyi, saying the transactions are in breach of the country’s spatial planning and urban development regulations.
According to Minister of Local Government and Public Works Hon Daniel Garwe, authorities never granted approval or issued compliance certificates for the creation and sale of residential stands on the farm.
“The layout plans circulating in connection with the land sales are “fake, fraudulent and legally void,” he said.
The minister urged members of the public to exercise caution when purchasing land in the area, warning that buyers involved in illegal land transactions risk losing their money because Government will not compensate victims.
“Any structures erected without properly approved plans may be demolished, stressing that Government is determined to eliminate disorderly settlements and ensure organised urban growth in line with Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030 agenda,” he concluded.
NetOne has officially launched a new base station in Matjinge, Bulilima District, in Matabeleland South Province as part of efforts to improve network coverage and connectivity in rural communities.
The new base station is expected to provide better mobile communication services to residents in Matjinge and surrounding areas, helping communities access reliable voice and internet services.
The development forms part of NetOne’s ongoing programme to bridge the digital divide by expanding telecommunications infrastructure to underserved areas across the country.
Improved connectivity will help support communication, business activities, education and access to digital services within the district.
The launch of the base station also reflects Zimbabwe’s broader push toward digital inclusion and increased access to modern technology in rural communities.
The 2026 Girls in ICT programme has officially started at National University of Science and Technology under the theme, “AI Development – Girls Shaping the Digital Future.”
The event brings together young girls from different schools and communities to encourage participation in information and communication technology, innovation and digital transformation.
Speaking during the launch, ICT Minister Tatenda Mavetera said empowering girls in technology is important for building a smarter and more inclusive digital future for Zimbabwe.
“Empowering girls today means shaping a smarter, more inclusive digital future for Zimbabwe,” she said.
Minister Mavetera encouraged girls to take advantage of opportunities in the technology sector and actively participate in artificial intelligence and other digital innovations.
The programme aims to inspire more young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) while helping close the gender gap in the ICT industry.
The Girls in ICT initiative is part of ongoing efforts to promote digital inclusion and equip young people with skills needed for the country’s growing digital economy.
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