By A Correspondent

In a recent public declaration, former Zanu PF heavyweight Engineer Walter Mzembi has sharply criticized President Emmerson Mnangagwa for his attempt to gain personal prestige by associating himself with the historic title of Munhumutapa.

Mnangagwa is slated to attend the Munhumutapa Day Celebrations at the Great Zimbabwe Ruins this Sunday, an event intended to honor the legacy of the ancient Zimbabwean rulers.

Mzembi’s remarks come as a pointed rebuke to Mnangagwa’s apparent efforts to align himself with the revered title.

In his critique, Mzembi questioned Mnangagwa’s claim to the title, asking rhetorically, “Munhumutapa wange ari muera Shumba here? Ko kungoti Murambwi Day?” which translates to “Was the Munhumutapa of the Shumba totem by any chance? Or should it just be Murambwi Day?”

The Munhumutapa title historically refers to the leaders of the Great Zimbabwean Empire, known for their significant cultural and political influence.

By using this title, Mzembi suggests Mnangagwa is attempting to falsely elevate his status and align himself with a revered historical legacy that he, according to Mzembi, does not genuinely embody.

Mzembi’s comments underscore a broader debate over the authenticity and appropriateness of contemporary political figures appropriating historical titles and symbols for personal or political gain.

His remarks reflect a growing sentiment among some critics who view such actions as a misappropriation of Zimbabwe’s rich historical heritage.