Chamisa Responds to Allegations of US$20 Million Bribe from Mnangagwa to Remain Passive
Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has finally responded to sensational claims that he received a US$20 million bribe from President Emmerson Mnangagwa to tone down his opposition.
Chamisa Received US$20 Million Bribe From Mnangagwa
The explosive allegation was made by journalist and National People’s Party spokesperson Jealousy Mawarire, who took to social media over the weekend to accuse Chamisa of cutting a secret deal with Mnangagwa, allegedly brokered through the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ).
In a post on X, Mawarire hinted that Chamisa had accepted the money in exchange for keeping the opposition weak and silent.
“What’s insulting about my post, and why are you bringing Chamisa into this? Do you want me to tell you more about ED and Chamisa’s RBZ $20m transaction? Mobva matanga kupopota futi,” Mawarire said.
Mawarire Shares Details of the Alleged Deal
He went further, claiming that the shady exchange happened in the basement of the RBZ building, where bags full of cash were allegedly handed over.
“RBZ basement parking was the rendezvous, cash was the mode of payment, travellers’ bags the packaging and holding opposition off ED criticism was the deliverable,” Mawarire added.
Pressed to back his claims with evidence, Mawarire dodged the question, arguing that illegal deals don’t come with receipts.
“I just told you the transaction was between ED and Chamisa, but you don’t want to hear it, do you? Then unoda receipt yemari yehuori, paunotenga mbanje dzako wakambopiwa receipt?” he asked.
Chamisa Responds to Allegations of US$20 Million Bribe from Mnangagwa
The allegations set off a storm online, with Chamisa’s supporters demanding answers. When directly asked whether the US$20 million bribery claim was true, Chamisa opted for a philosophical response, neither denying nor confirming the accusation without directly addressing it. When asked if Mawarire’s allegation was true, Chamisa responded:
“Wise creatures never accept a pig’s invitation to a muddy fight. Truth needs no lawyer. Truth defends itself. Truth stands the test of time!”