By Political Reporter- The driver of Deputy Finance Minister David Mnangagwa has been found dead in his hotel room in Bulawayo.

Reports say that Ishmael Maburisa, who worked closely with Mnangagwa, died in the early hours of Sunday, October 27, at the Greys Inn hotel, soon after the Zanu PF annual conference.

Hotel staff indicated Maburisa appeared in distress, repeatedly pleading for food in what is believed to have been a diabetic episode.

Staff provided porridge, the only food available, but soon after returning to his room, Maburisa began convulsing and tragically passed away.

Police, who found diabetes medication in his room, are investigating the incident, though they have yet to make a statement.

David Mnangagwa’s swift ascent to the government post amid allegations of nepotism has been a focal point of scrutiny.

His father, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, appointed him despite previous controversies surrounding the younger Mnangagwa’s business dealings and political conduct.

His role has been met with mixed public response, given his influential family background and questions over his qualifications for office.