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Chief dragged to court over judgment delay
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Nyasha Nzara has filed a case against Chief Munikwa in the Masvingo Civil Court, seeking to compel the traditional leader to deliver a judgment on a long-standing dispute over the Nzara Village headship. The case, which was filed recently, lists both Chief Munikwa and Vengai Nzara as respondents.
In his application, Nyasha Nzara argues that the delay in issuing a ruling on the Nzara Village headship, which was deliberated upon in August 2023, is hindering his ability to either appeal the decision or seek a review. He further contends that the delay has caused a significant disruption, as the traditional leadership of the village remains in limbo.
At the center of the dispute is the recognition of Vengai Nzara as the Nzara Village head, a decision that Nyasha argues has been made in disregard of the historical and rightful claim of Village Revesai. Nyasha highlights that Village Revesai, which was established in the early 1960s by their late grandfather, who served as its head until his death in 1976, should have been given due consideration in the selection process.
In his application, Nyasha insists that Chief Munikwa's failure to make a timely decision has resulted in Vengai Nzara being wrongly recognized as the village head, thereby overlooking the legacy and rightful standing of Village Revesai.
Chief Munikwa, however, has responded by denying any involvement in the Nzara family dispute itself. He clarified that his role was limited to overseeing the village head selection process, which he asserts was conducted fairly. The chief explained that a thorough process of interviews with all clan members was carried out to ensure that the proper succession system was followed.
The case has sparked significant interest in the community, with many closely watching how the court will rule on this traditional leadership matter. The outcome could have wider implications for customary leadership disputes and succession practices in the region.
In his application, Nyasha Nzara argues that the delay in issuing a ruling on the Nzara Village headship, which was deliberated upon in August 2023, is hindering his ability to either appeal the decision or seek a review. He further contends that the delay has caused a significant disruption, as the traditional leadership of the village remains in limbo.
At the center of the dispute is the recognition of Vengai Nzara as the Nzara Village head, a decision that Nyasha argues has been made in disregard of the historical and rightful claim of Village Revesai. Nyasha highlights that Village Revesai, which was established in the early 1960s by their late grandfather, who served as its head until his death in 1976, should have been given due consideration in the selection process.
In his application, Nyasha insists that Chief Munikwa's failure to make a timely decision has resulted in Vengai Nzara being wrongly recognized as the village head, thereby overlooking the legacy and rightful standing of Village Revesai.
Chief Munikwa, however, has responded by denying any involvement in the Nzara family dispute itself. He clarified that his role was limited to overseeing the village head selection process, which he asserts was conducted fairly. The chief explained that a thorough process of interviews with all clan members was carried out to ensure that the proper succession system was followed.
The case has sparked significant interest in the community, with many closely watching how the court will rule on this traditional leadership matter. The outcome could have wider implications for customary leadership disputes and succession practices in the region.
Source - the herald
