Controversial prophet Passion Java has announced the death of journalist Simba Chikanza on Facebook.

Taking to social media, Java said: “Gone too soon. Zim eye, Simba chikanzi dies at 62. My condolences to the Chikanzi family.”

This comes after Chikanza interviewed Java about his hand that has been trending on social media.

Meanwhile, Chikanza who confirmed he is still alive said he will hold a press conference soon.

Simba is a Zimbabwean journalist and entrepreneur based in the United Kingdom. He is the founder of the political tabloid publication, Zimeye.