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Chivayo millions fuel Mnangagwa 2030 dream

Since January, Chivayo has pledged millions in vehicles, sponsorships, and cash, targeting influential sectors widely viewed as essential for mass mobilisation.
By Miriam Mangwaya 21h ago

Guyu villagers in trouble for rustler suspect death

Breakdown of the fines is US$600 for culpable homicide and US$100 for assault.
By Silas Nkala Apr. 25, 2026

Chivayo drops Parly, funds Zanu PF

However, while closing the door on the legislature, Chivayo has redirected his financial focus. 
By Kenneth Nyangani Apr. 22, 2026

Chivayo withdraws US$3.6m cash offer to Parliament after outcry

He has instead increased the amount to US$5 million, pledging to channel the funds through the party’s provincial structures.
By Valentine Maya Apr. 21, 2026

A US$3,6m test of parliamentary integrity

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has triggered a political storm after announcing a US$3,6 million “donation” to Zimbabwe’s 360 lawmakers for constituency projects.
By Newsday Apr. 21, 2026

MPs, money and the Constitution

Our Parliament is meant to be a law-making body that also serves as a self-regulating oversight institution over the other arms of the State.
By Rutendo Matinyarare Apr. 21, 2026

MPs who accept Chivayo’s offer must face graft charges

By now, the controversy surrounding businessman Wicknell Chivayo’s proposed US$3.6 million payment to Zimbabwe’s parliamentarians has moved beyond politics
By Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi Apr. 21, 2026

Democracy for sale: Can Zimbabwe’s Parliament still claim independence?

If allowed to proceed, Zimbabwe crosses a dangerous line. Today it is US$10,000 per MP. Tomorrow, it may be the Presidency itself.
By Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi Apr. 20, 2026

Outcry over Chivayo’s US$3,6m ‘bribe” for MPs

Chivayo yesterday said he was donating US$3,6 million to Parliament to be shared among the 360 MPs and senators, with each one of them set to get US$10 000.
By Nqobani Ndlovu Apr. 19, 2026