Controversial Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo is once again at the centre of a political storm, with his alleged distribution of vehicles and cash rewards to Members of Parliament (MPs) supporting the contentious Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3) sparking widespread outrage. Independent legislator Temba Mliswa has vehemently condemned these actions, threatening to organise protests at Parliament as his bitter feud with Chivayo intensifies.
The controversy surrounding CAB3 has been pushing Zimbabwe to the brink, according to warnings from figures like Tendai Biti. Mliswa’s accusations suggest that Chivayo’s gifts are tainting the legislative process, implying an attempt to unduly influence the passage of the bill.
Key Players Involved
- Wicknell Chivayo: Zimbabwean businessman accused of gifting vehicles and cash to MPs.
- Temba Mliswa: Independent Member of Parliament, threatening protests against the alleged corruption.
- Members of Parliament (MPs): Recipients of alleged gifts, supporting CAB3.
Event Timeline
- June 12-13, 2026: Reports emerge of Mliswa’s accusations against Chivayo regarding gifts to MPs.
- Ongoing: Debate and controversy surrounding Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3) in Zimbabwe.
