By James Gwati- A South African-based Chivi businessman has run amock and burned down 14 homesteads in Masvingo.

Human rights activist Farai Maguwu said the businessman held a meeting with villagers before the arson attacks.

Posted Maguwu on Twitter:

1/1 A wealthy guy from Chivi, with businesses in Masvingo and S.A allegedly went berserk, burning down at least 14 homesteads in Chapeta Village, Ward 20, Chivi District. He reportedly came with a convoy of about 15 vehicles, and called for a village meeting where he started