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King 'Munhumutapa' convicted

A self-proclaimed traditional ruler from Harare, who called himself "King Munhumutapa" and claimed the power to appoint and dethrone chiefs across Zimbabwe, has been convicted of undermining the authority of the President.The man, Timothy …

Published: 9 hrs ago | 268 | by Staff reporter

Illegal private schools get 4 months to comply or face closure

The Government has issued a four-month ultimatum to private schools operating without official registration, warning that non-compliant institutions will be shut down from January 2026.Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerai Moyo …

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 17:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

Munhumutapa day is not a public holiday

The Government has clarified that Munhumutapa Day, scheduled for September 15, is not a public holiday, despite widespread confusion.Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister Kazembe Kazembe emphasized that the day "was never declared a …

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 17:42hrs | | by Staff reporter

'King' demands repatriation of Cecil John Rhodes' remains

Self-styled King Munhumutapa, born Timothy Chiminya, has written to King Charles of England, demanding the removal of Cecil John Rhodes' remains from Matobo National Park in Matabeleland South. The letter, dated June 13, 2025, was addresse…

Published: 13 Aug 2025 at 08:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

King Munhumutapa unveils self-drafted 'constitution'

Bogus king in another daring actStandardSelf-styled King Munhumutapa, born Timothy Chiminya, has once again stirred controversy by unveiling a self-drafted "constitution" last week that outlines the creation of a prime minister's office an…

Published: 13 Jul 2025 at 11:32hrs | | by Staff reporter

'King Munhumutapa' denied bail

Harare Magistrate Isheunesu Matova on Wednesday denied bail to Timothy Chiminya, a man claiming to be "King Munhumutapa" with alleged powers to appoint and dethrone traditional chiefs in Zimbabwe. Matova ruled that Chiminya posed a potenti…

Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 18:38hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mental exam for 'King Munhumutapa'

A man who claims to be King Munhumutapa has found himself in legal trouble for allegedly dethroning chiefs appointed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Timothy Chiminya, who appeared before Harare magistrate Isheanesu Matova, faces charges o…

Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

King Munhumutapa's son arrested

Rest Chiduku, son of self-proclaimed King Munhumutapa, born Timothy Chiminya, has been arrested in Bulawayo for allegedly masquerading as a government official and commissioner. Chiduku was reportedly apprehended after visiting shops and b…

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

MRP blasts Munhumutapa over private member bill

Mthwakazi Republic Party leader Mqondisi Moyo has blasted 'King Munhumutapa' Timothy Chiminya over his private member bill tabled in parliament seeking to take traditional leaders' authority from the local government.The bill was tabled in…

Published: 26 Oct 2024 at 09:43hrs | 1 | by Stephen Jakes

'Ndebele kingship revival remains pipedream,' says Munhumutapa

The quest for the revival of the Ndebele Kingship is becoming increasingly complicated as self-styled King Munhumutapa, born Timothy Chiminya, has stated that divisions among claimants to the throne will hinder progress. Recent years have …

Published: 07 Oct 2024 at 08:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

Rugby returns to Bulawayo

Rugby made a glorious return to the iconic Hartsfield Grounds in Bulawayo on Saturday, marking a revival of the city's rich rugby heritage with Zimbabwe A's emphatic 80-6 victory over a Bulawayo Select team. The match, which drew over 1,00…

Published: 16 Sep 2024 at 07:52hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

National youth housing scheme launched

President Mnangagwa yesterday officially launched the Munhumutapa National Youth Housing Programme in Victoria Ranch, Masvingo, as the Second Republic continues its efforts to empower Zimbabwe's youth through development-focused initiative…

Published: 16 Sep 2024 at 07:52hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Since Mnangagwa is a mere Munhumutapa, is the way now open for Mthwakazi?

For some time now, President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has proudly referred himself as Munhumutapa.This was the title of the kings of the Mutapa Empire, which flourished between the mid-15th and mid-17th century.However, it is worth noth…

Published: 13 Jul 2024 at 23:38hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Munhumutapa vows to eradicate chieftainship disputes

King Munhumutapa born Timothy Chiminya of the Rozvi clan has vowed to end chieftainship wrangles in Zimbabwe which he attributed to decades of corruption in the selection of chiefs.Chiminya, who is on a whirlwind installation of chiefs cou…

Published: 11 Apr 2024 at 08:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

King Munhumutapa strikes again

SELF-PROCLAIMED King Munhumutapa, born Timothy Chiminya, on Thursday presided over the installation of Sevias Piki as Chief Hama in Chirumanzu to replace Vengai Zishiri, who has been acting in that capacity for years.This is the second tim…

Published: 30 Mar 2024 at 15:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

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