Chirumanzu chieftainship wrangle takes new twist

THE Chirumanzu chieftainship wrangle has taken a new twist after self-proclaimed King Munhumutapa, born Timothy Chiminya, on Thursday installed heir apparent Julius Chimbi Chigegwe as Chief Chirumanzu.

Chigegwe has over the years been fighting for the chieftainship with acting Chief Chirumanzu, Fidelis Mudzengi, with the latter reportedly refusing to hand over the throne.

In a letter dated March 13 addressed to Mvuma district development co-ordinator Joram Chimedza, Chiminya said as King Munhumutapa, he had the power over all chiefs in the country and, therefore, had the authority to preside over the installation of a substantive Chirumanzu chief.

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