Opposition politician and legal expert Fadzayi Mahere has publicly challenged Minister of ICT, Postal and Courier Services Tatenda Mavetera over her academic credentials, specifically questioning her use of the title “Doctor.”
Mahere took to social media platform X to address the Minister directly, highlighting that following extensive public inquiries into her qualifications, Mavetera appears to have stopped using the honorific “Dr.” in her public profiles. Mahere’s post demanded clarification on several points, including why the title was removed, whether its previous use was based on falsehood, and when the Minister plans to apologize for allegedly misleading the public.
In her statement, Mahere asked:
– Why was the “Dr” title dropped from the Minister’s public profile?
– Does the Minister admit that her prior use of the title was “based on a falsehood”?
– When does she intend to apologize for allegedly misleading the public?
The controversy has been fueled by circulating video footage in which Minister Mavetera affirms her academic journey. In the clip, she references her earlier career as an actress on the popular soap opera *Studio 263*, using it to illustrate her long-standing commitment to education. “When I came to Studio 263, you know I was at school,” Mavetera says. “I went on and on… and now I’m a doctor.” She also emphasizes the perseverance and focus required to reach her current academic standing.
Despite the mounting questions and public interest, Minister Mavetera has yet to issue a formal response addressing the specific allegations and the current status of her academic title.
As the debate continues, the public awaits clarity on the Minister’s qualifications and the legitimacy of her use of the “Doctor” honorific, an issue that has stirred significant discussion on social media and within political circles.
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