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Mphoko's son moves to block Choppies sale to Raji Modi

Siqokoqela Mphoko, son of the late former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko, has filed an urgent chamber application seeking to prevent the sale of Choppies Zimbabwe to Bulawayo businessman and Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce, Raj…

Published: 16 Feb 2025 at 16:42hrs | 1961 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's son files $500,000 lawsuit over rape allegations

Siqokoqela Mphoko, son of the late former vice-president Phelekezela Mphoko, has filed a $500,000 lawsuit against a relative who accused him of raping her then 12-year-old daughter, as deepening family disputes take a legal turn.The lawsui…

Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 10:09hrs | 398 | by Staff reporter

Siqokoqela Mphoko's search for biological mother led to family rift

Siqokoqela Mphoko's quest for answers about his biological mother has ignited a devastating fallout between him and his late father, Phelekezela Mphoko, the former Vice President of Zimbabwe. The emotional and legal storm that ensued has l…

Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:46hrs | 523 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko told son not to attend his funeral

Siqokoqela Mphoko, son of the late former vice president Phelekezela Mphoko, has opened up about his decision not to attend his father's funeral, explaining that he was fulfilling his father's explicit wish. Phelekezela Mphoko, 84, passed …

Published: 22 Dec 2024 at 11:04hrs | 2469 | by Staff reporter

Siqokoqela snubs Mphoko's burial

Siqokoqela Mphoko, the son of the late former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko, was conspicuously absent from his father's burial at the family's Douglasdale plot in Bulawayo yesterday. His absence comes amid a bitter and ongoing family f…

Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 04:39hrs | 2032 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko laid to rest

Scores of mourners gathered in Bulawayo yesterday to bid an emotional farewell to national hero and former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko, who was laid to rest at his family plot in Douglasdale. The somber ceremony marked the conclusion…

Published: 16 Dec 2024 at 10:32hrs | 599 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko remembered for honouring Landa Nkomo

The late former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko has been fondly remembered as one of the earliest individuals to honor the legacy of his predecessor, the late John Landa Nkomo. Mphoko, who passed away last week at the age of 84 while rec…

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:36hrs | 143 | by Staff reporter

Phelekezela Mphoko: Farewell to a revolutionary

THE passing of former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko has left a profound void in the hearts of many Zimbabweans and those who knew him globally. As we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and comrades, we celebrate t…

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:28hrs | | by Marshall Ndlela

Mphoko burial slated for Bulawayo tomorrow

Bulawayo is set to host the burial of national hero and former Vice President Phelekezela Report Mphoko tomorrow, in accordance with his family's wishes. Mphoko, who passed away at the age of 84, was recognized for his significant contribu…

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:23hrs | 182 | by Staff reporter

John Landa Nkomo Trust mourns National Hero Mphoko

BULAWAYO - The John Landa Nkomo Memorial Trust would like to convey it's most sincere condolences to the family of the late former Vice President Phelekezela  Mphoko,  His Excellency President Dr E.D Mnangagwa and the entire nati…

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:13hrs | 322 | by John Landa Nkomo Trust

Mphoko leaves family legacy of ruins?

Zimbabwe's liberation struggle hero and former Vice President, Phelekezela Report Mphoko, whose death in India has left the nation in mourning, returns home tomorrow to be laid to rest in a tragic family setting marred by years of bitter i…

Published: 12 Dec 2024 at 07:43hrs | 3714 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's body expected tomorrow

The body of the late former Vice-President and national hero, Phelekezela Mphoko, is expected to arrive in Zimbabwe from India tomorrow. The announcement was made by Bulawayo Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister Judith Ncube during a…

Published: 11 Dec 2024 at 06:37hrs | 527 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga gives glowing eulogy for Mphoko

Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has expressed profound sorrow following the passing of former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko, who died in India on Friday. Mphoko, a distinguished liberation war veteran and former diplomat, has been …

Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 07:10hrs | 1387 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko remembered for his role in regularising undocumented Zimbabweans in SA

The late former Vice-President, Phelekezela Mphoko, has been hailed for his pivotal role in advocating for the regularisation of undocumented Zimbabweans in South Africa during his tenure as Ambassador in 2010. Minister of State for Bulawa…

Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 06:47hrs | 206 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko kept a low profile

The opposition Zapu party has paid tribute to the late former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko, who passed away last week at the age of 84, describing him as a humble individual who maintained a low profile despite his significant contrib…

Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:53hrs | 604 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's body expected this week from India

The body of former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko, who passed away in India last Friday at the age of 84, is being repatriated this week, with arrangements coordinated by Zimbabwean and Indian authorities.Mphoko, a liberation war vetera…

Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:47hrs | 265 | by Staff reporter

Maguwu slams leadership failure following Mphoko's death

The death of former Vice President and Liberation War hero Phelekezela Mphoko in India on Friday has sparked a fierce critique of Zimbabwe's leadership, particularly the country's failure to invest in its healthcare system.Farai Maguwu, th…

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 10:07hrs | 561 | by Staff reporter

Ex-ministers say Mphoko was Mugabe's ideal successor

Exiled former Cabinet ministers Walter Mzembi and Saviour Kasukuwere have described the late former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko as a deserving successor to former President Robert Mugabe, following his death on Friday in Bulawayo at …

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 10:01hrs | 354 | by Staff reporter

Phelekezela Mphoko aka Report Ndlovu: A pioneer freedom fighter

THE late former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko was one of the pioneer freedom fighters of our armed struggle. He joined the armed struggle soon after being released from prison and was immediately sent for military training in the then-…

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:55hrs | 184 | by Brigadier-General (Rtd) Abel Mazinyane

Mphoko died in India

The repatriation of the body of the late national hero, Report Phelekezela Mphoko, has officially commenced, with the Zimbabwean Government confirming that it is taking all necessary steps to ensure the process is completed as swiftly as p…

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:52hrs | 444 | by Staff reporter

Tributes pour in for hero Mphoko

Zimbabwe is mourning the passing of former Vice President and decorated liberation war hero, Phelekezela Report Mphoko, who died in India on Friday at the age of 84.The late national hero, remembered as a patriot who dedicated his life to …

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:48hrs | 68 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko dies

Former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko has died.He was 84. George Charamba, the Deputy Chief Secretary-Presidential Communications in the Office of the President of Zimbabwe, confirmed the news.In a condolence message, President Emmerson…

Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 14:50hrs | 4703 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's son trying to rebuild his life after acquittal on rape charges

Siqokoqela Mphoko, son of former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko, has broken his silence following his acquittal from a wrongful conviction of rape that would have seen him serve 20 years in prison. Siqokoqela had been accused of raping …

Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 18:48hrs | 646 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's son wins appeal against rape conviction

Former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko's son, Siqokoqela, has successfully appealed his conviction and 20-year prison sentence for the rape of his niece. The Bulawayo High Court judges, Bongani Ndlovu and Munamato Mutevedzi, declared the…

Published: 15 Oct 2024 at 09:02hrs | 1063 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's obstruction of justice trial continues

THE trial of former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko on charges of abusing public office by forcing the release of two officials arrested on corruption charges will continue after the Supreme Court upheld a High Court judgment dismissing …

Published: 12 Jun 2024 at 06:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa parties with ex-adversaries

Only three out of 16 Southern African Development Community (SADC) heads of state attended Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa's inauguration in Harare on Monday, but that did not stop the party.Those who made the trip to Harare were Moz…

Published: 04 Sep 2023 at 21:24hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko still Zanu-PF?

FORMER Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko yesterday made a surprise public appearance at a Zanu-PF campaign rally addressed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in Nkayi, Matebeleland North province, after going under for nearly six years follow…

Published: 31 Jul 2023 at 07:01hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa says Zanu-PF will romp to victory

Zanu-PF will romp to victory in the August 23 harmonised elections, riding on a crest of tangibles and deliverables and no meaningful opposition, President Mnangagwa has said.Addressing scores of Zimbabwean students who congregated at a ho…

Published: 31 Jul 2023 at 06:54hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko attends Mnangagwa's rally

FORMER Vice President, Report Phelekezela Mphoko, yesterday made a surprise public appearance when he attended the Zanu-PF Presidential Star Rally held at Nkayi Business Centre.He was among members of the G40 group who were expelled from t…

Published: 31 Jul 2023 at 06:53hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa, Mphoko bury the hatchet?

President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his erstwhile rival, ex-vice-president Phelekezela Mphoko have buried the hatchet after a major fallout following the November 2017 military coup which ousted the former president Robert Mugabe and his regi…

Published: 30 Jul 2023 at 18:12hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko trial deferred to September

THE trial of former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko in a matter in which he is being accused of illegally ordering the release of two top Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) officials has been deferred to September 4 by Harare…

Published: 01 Jun 2023 at 06:45hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko family feud plays out on social media

THE family of former Vice-President Mr Phelekezela Mphoko has been thrown in turmoil following claims by his son, Siqokoqela, that Mrs Laurinda Mphoko is not his biological mother. The issue has led to frosty relations between Siqokoqela a…

Published: 16 Mar 2023 at 07:16hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Siqokoqela Mphoko granted $50 000 bail

FORMER Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko's son Siqokoqela, who is facing charges of allegedly raping his 12-year-old niece as well as escaping from lawful custody, has been released on $50 000 bail by the High Court.Mphoko (44) of Hillside…

Published: 21 Sep 2022 at 05:57hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's son Siqokoqela charged with 3 counts of rape, escaping police

Siqokoqela Mphoko, the 44-year-old son of former vice president Phelekezela Mphoko was charged with three counts of rape during a court appearance in Bulawayo on Thursday.Mphoko, of Derby Road in Hillside, was not asked to plead to charges…

Published: 01 Sep 2022 at 20:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's son arrested on rape allegations

Zimbabwean ex-vice-president Phelekezela Mphoko's son Siqokoqela has been arrested on allegations of rape, but fled from Hillside Police Station in Bulawayo, saying he fears he would be killed. He is now on the run.Mphoko told VOA Zimbabwe…

Published: 31 Aug 2022 at 19:14hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko spills beans on murky US$6bn deal

Former vice-president Phelekezela Mphoko has revealed how the army seized Zimbabwe's biggest platinum reserves, saying he was threatened with dismissal by unnamed generals for questioning the deal while he was still the country's ambassado…

Published: 19 Jun 2022 at 10:10hrs | 20 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa, Chiwenga were not present at the formation of the Patriotic Front in 1976

The People of Zimbabwe were united under the Zimbabwe African People's Union (Z.A.P.U).When Z.A.P.U. was banned, the party leadership decided that it will not form another political party, again, because the Rhodesian Government will ban t…

Published: 26 Dec 2021 at 16:41hrs | 15 | by Report Phelekezela Mphoko

Mphoko's trial deferred

The trial of former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko on criminal abuse of office charges has been further deferred to August 31 following indications that the presiding magistrate Mr Trynose Utahwashe was not available. Prosecutor Mr Lova…

Published: 08 Jul 2021 at 11:13hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's trial deferred as lawyer is involved in car accident

The trial of former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko on criminal abuse of office charges failed to continue today following indications that his lawyer Mr Zibusiso Ncube was involved in a car accident.Harare regional magistrate Mr Trynos …

Published: 31 May 2021 at 18:55hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa gazettes Mphoko's benefits

President Mnangagwa last week gazetted benefits for spouses of former presidents and vice presidents that have served the country since 1987. The benefits are contained in Statutory Instruments 261 and 260 of 2020 titled Presidential Pensi…

Published: 02 Nov 2020 at 05:42hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's trial continues in camera

Former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko's trial continued yesterday in camera at the Harare Magistrates Court. Mphoko is facing criminal abuse of office charges after he allegedly instructed some police officers to release former Zimbabwe…

Published: 15 Sep 2020 at 06:12hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Mphoko's trial to be heard in camera to protect state secrets

The State yesterday successfully applied for proceedings in the trial of former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko be heard in camera to ensure the protection of State secrets. Mphoko is facing abuse of office charges after he allegedly ins…

Published: 03 Sep 2020 at 06:09hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Phelekezela Mphoko speaks on arrest saga

Former Vice President Report Phelekezela Mphoko has broken silence over the events that happened on Friday the 16th of August where some details form the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission attempted to arrest him without any warrant of ar…

Published: 18 Aug 2019 at 17:49hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu

Spooks in dramatic bid to arrest former Vice President Mphoko

Investigators from the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) on Friday made an attempt to arrest former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko but he refused to leave his house with them, dramatic video showed.It was unclear what charges M…

Published: 16 Aug 2019 at 20:04hrs | 2 | by ZimLive

Battle for control of Choppies turns nasty...Festus Mogae turns against partner

A bitter Boardroom battle for control of Botswana's most prestigious company is being waged in Gaborone â€“ and is reverberating through eight sub-Saharan countries.At its heart is a battle for control of Choppies Enterprises Ltd - an inve…

Published: 24 May 2019 at 17:39hrs | 3 | by Staff Writer

Mphoko: Taking a Cue from the Coup

The boardroom fires ravaging the Choppies Zimbabwe establishment are indeed quite interesting. If anything, it exposes the biggest political fraud of our time, indeed glaring in its form and manner.Reading former VP Mphoko's version of the…

Published: 12 Dec 2018 at 14:51hrs | 2310 | by Robert Sigauke, Cape Town

Mphoko's world crumbling?

Former vice president Phelekezela Mphoko's world is crumbling down following his fall from grace in November last year.The diplomat could just be on the verge of losing what many consider to be a key asset in his portfolio - Choppies Enter…

Published: 09 Dec 2018 at 14:11hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

Tribalism is when E.D funds Mugabe and persecutes Mphoko and Moyo

Being a Karanga myself, I can see that President Mnangagwa has a problem with shaking off the demons of tribalism in the manner that he is destroying Mphoko and Jonathan Moyo, while sponsoring Mugabe luxuries.Sometimes I possess a belief t…

Published: 08 Dec 2018 at 14:32hrs | 2 | by Ryton Dzimiri

Mphoko loses control of Choppies

Former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko and his son Siqokoqela Mphoko have no financial or operation say  in the business of Nanavac Investments which owns 51% of Choppies brand in Zimbabwe , the CEO Ramachandran Ottapathu has said.I…

Published: 24 Nov 2018 at 08:05hrs | 17 | by Mandla Ndlovu

Plot to oust Mphoko from Choppies exposed

Zimbabwean shareholders in the Botswana-based multinational grocery and general merchandise retailer Choppies Enterprises have accused the company's other shareholders of trying to "capture" them like the "Guptas did in South Africa".Chopp…

Published: 16 Sep 2018 at 09:33hrs | 5623 | by Staff reporter

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