Newsday reports that gospelĀ  musician Michael Mahendere walked away with US$185 000, two blocks of mines, and 10 cows during his 40th birthday celebrations on Saturday.

Mahendere held the event at Golden Conife in Strathaven, Harare.

He received US$400 for his two portraits that were auctioned at the event, US$15 000 from Grey Homes, US$20 000 and 10 cows from Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation deputy minister Tinoda Machakaire.

Mahendere got US$150 000 which was presented by Madam Boss. It was a contribution from eight of the various musicians who were at the birthday dinner.