By A Correspondent

A self-proclaimed prophet, Gore Mukondiwa, found himself in legal trouble after he attempted to gain access to former First Lady Grace Mugabe at her residence in Blue Roof, Borrowdale Brooke, Harare. Believed by authorities to be a mental health patient, Mukondiwa’s insistence on meeting Grace Mugabe ultimately led to his arrest.

Police officers stationed at the Mugabe residence denied Mukondiwa entry, but he persisted in his attempts to see the former First Lady. This insistence resulted in his arrest on charges of criminal trespass. Mukondiwa subsequently appeared before Harare Magistrate Sharon Rakafa, who decided to remand him in custody until November 7. The magistrate ordered that he undergo an examination under the Mental Health Act.

During the court proceedings, it was revealed that Mukondiwa claimed to have a prophecy intended for Grace Mugabe, the widow of former President Robert Mugabe.

However, at the time of his visit, she was hosting other visitors and dismissed Mukondiwa as a “nuisance.”

In court, Mukondiwa expressed surprise at the order for a mental health examination, asserting his identity as a “spiritual guide” and maintaining that he was of sound mind. His case highlights the intersections of faith, mental health, and legal boundaries in Zimbabwe.

As Mukondiwa awaits further legal proceedings, the incident raises questions about the role of self-styled prophets in society and the responsibilities of authorities in addressing mental health concerns.