Zimbabwean rapper Holy Ten, whose real name is Mukudzei Chitsama, has found himself at the center of a heated debate after a dramatic online outburst against the sons of President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The controversy began when Holy Ten accused Sean Mnangagwa of sending soldiers to his home and claimed that gifts given to him by the Mnangagwa family were being repossessed.
In a series of defiant posts, Holy Ten declared he wasn’t afraid of the ruling Zanu-PF party and could potentially bring its decades-long rule to an end. He also questioned Collins Mnangagwa’s popularity, stating, “Collins thinks he is loved by the people, let him start a live right now, let’s see how many people join.” However, after about an hour of fiery posts, Holy Ten deactivated his Instagram account and later returned with a brief apology message, referring to Sean and Collins as his “brothers”.
Zanu-PF youth leader Tendai Chirau attributed Holy Ten’s behavior to drug abuse, citing the dangers of substance abuse and its potential to cause hallucinations. Chirau urged individuals, families, and the government to work together to combat drug abuse, which he said “ruins people’s health and futures, breaks apart families, and slows down the progress of our whole country”.
However, political commentator Ali Naka challenged this narrative, suggesting a more personal reason for Holy Ten’s anger. Naka claimed that the gifts Holy Ten received were linked to a child he is raising, raising questions about the child’s paternity.
Holy Ten has been involved in previous controversies, including a high-profile endorsement of President Mnangagwa ahead of the general elections in 2023. This move was met with criticism from netizens, who accused him of being a selfish opportunist. Additionally, Holy Ten has partnered with Bullion Group to fight drug and substance abuse, and has spoken out about the dangers of addiction .
In contrast, fellow rapper Saintfloew has been open about his struggles with drug addiction and his journey to recovery. Saintfloew’s experiences highlight the importance of addressing mental health and addiction, particularly in the high-pressure music industry .
As the debate surrounding Holy Ten’s behavior continues, many Zimbabweans are left wondering about the true cause of his outburst and the potential implications for his career and relationships.
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