Chief Marupi of Dibilashaba in Gwanda South has died at the age of 28, local authorities have confirmed.
The traditional leader died at Health Point hospital in Harare this evening after a short illness.
His death comes a week after armed robbers stole his newly allocated Isuzu double-cab vehicle, R2 700 in cash, and two mobile phones.
Born Oaheng Nare on 26 February 1996, Chief Marupi succeeded his father, Mr Lawrence Nare who died in 2008.
He was installed in 2012 as a minor awaiting to officially take over in 2014 when he turned 18.
Marupi is survived by his wife Rorisang Tlou.
