The blocked road: When modern investment clashes with ancient authority in Zimbabwe
Chief Murinye used his own truck to physically block access to the newly constructed Riverton Academy Extension, ordering bewildered parents to turn their children back home.
By Sharon Dzingai
10h ago
Letter to my people: Chief Murinye is a product transactional politics
That Murinye was ready to halt nearly 200 schoolchildren from attending lessons for his own selfish ends, is indicative of his arrogance and callousness.
By Doctor Stop It
Jan. 18, 2026
Chief Murinye’s stunt backfires
Mutangiri said the chief later returned with fresh demands, insisting the school sign a contract guaranteeing free education for all his children.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 15, 2026
Masvingo chief blocks private school opening, demands free education for his kids
Police later intervened, prompting the chief to remove his vehicle and allow access to the school.
By kukurigo
Jan. 12, 2026
Communal farmers best dog breeders
One of the most common dog breeds in Zimbabwe is the Boerboel.
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi
Jun. 23, 2023
Constitution, customary law conflict a minefield: Makarau
“At times, culture and the Constitution are in open conflict, making the traditional leader sit in between the two stools most uncomfortably.” Justice Rita Makarau
By Tell Zim
Jan. 19, 2023
Chiefs speak out against Zanu PF coercion
Section 281(2)(c) states that traditional leaders must not further the interests of any political party or cause.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Sep. 11, 2022
Chiwenga threats draw fire from chief…‘Kill me if you want’
Chief Murinye angered the authorities when he accused Mnangagwa and his top executive of entertaining corruption.
By The Southern Eye
Dec. 19, 2021
Chiwenga threats draw fire from chief…‘Kill me if you want’
Chief Murinye angered the authorities when he accused Mnangagwa and his top executive of entertaining corruption.
By The Southern Eye
Dec. 19, 2021
