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Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. <\/strong><\/span>Timothy Chiminya, who claims to be \u201cKing Munhumutapa\u201d with supposed powers to appoint and dethrone chiefs in Zimbabwe, was denied bail by Harare Magistrate Isheunesu Matova on Wednesday.<\/p>\n

As reported by The Herald, Matova ruled that Chiminya posed a potential threat to national peace and stability, remanding him in custody until January 22, 2024.<\/p>\n

Medical reports presented in court confirmed that Chiminya is mentally fit to stand trial. Prosecutors had earlier requested a mental examination to determine his fitness before proceeding with the bail hearing.<\/p>\n

Chiminya, arrested on 16 December 2024, faces charges of undermining the authority of the President. He allegedly claims that he was appointed \u201cKing Munhumutapa\u201d by a spirit medium, granting him the authority to install and remove traditional chiefs. Prosecutors argue that his self-proclaimed powers have caused unrest in some communities.<\/p>\n

The Ministry of Local Government and Public Works filed a complaint against Chiminya, leading to his arrest.
\nProsecutor Rufaro Chonzi told the court that in February, Chiminya visited Chief Seke\u2019s homestead in Dema and informed him that he had been \u201cdethroned,\u201d subsequently declaring Masimba Rubatika as the new Chief Seke.<\/p>\n

Between June 11 and October 31, Chiminya is accused of appointing three more chiefs in Chirumhanzu and Zaka without legal authority.<\/p>\n

The chiefs are Julius Chimbi as Chief Chigwegwe, Hama Piki as another chief in Chirumanzu, and Chief Nyakunhuwa in Zaka, Masvingo.<\/p>\n

Chief Chimanike, the traditional Chief Seke, reported Chiminya\u2019s actions to the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works in June.<\/p>\n

The prosecution argued that Chiminya\u2019s actions violated both the Zimbabwean Constitution and the Traditional Leaders Act, which exclusively grants the President the authority to appoint and remove chiefs.<\/p>\n

The title Munhumutapa (or Mwenemutapa) was used by the rulers of the Kingdom of Mutapa, also known as the Mutapa Empire.<\/p>\n

This kingdom, which existed from around 1430 to 1760, was located in what is now Zimbabwe and expanded into parts of Mozambique, Botswana, Malawi, and Zambia.<\/p>\n

The title Munhumutapa means \u201che who conquers\u201d or \u201cowner of the conquered land,\u201d reflecting the kingdom\u2019s expansionist nature.<\/p>\n

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