“They Killed Him” : Suspicion Raised as Zimbabwe’s Youngest Chief Marupi Dies at 28, Just Weeks After Robbery

Zimbabwe’s Youngest Chief Marupi Dies at 28, Just  Weeks After Robbery 

In a tragic development, Zimbabwe’s youngest Chief Oaheng Nare, known as Chief Marupi of Dibilashaba, Gwanda, in Matabeleland South province, has died. He was 28 years old.

Chief Marupi’s death comes barely two weeks after a daring robbery at his homestead. The young traditional leader reportedly succumbed to an unknown illness at a private hospital over the weekend.

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Confirmation of Chief Marupi’s Passing

Gwanda District Coordinator Nomathemba Ndlovu confirmed the chief’s death, stating that he passed away at Health Point Hospital in Harare.

“Chief Marupi succumbed to a short illness,” she said, though the exact nature of the ailment remains undisclosed.

 Oaheng Nare succeeded his late father, Lawrence Nare, who died in 2008. He was installed as Chief Marupi in 2012 while still a minor, with plans to officially assume the role in 2014 upon reaching the age of 18.

Robbery at the Chief’s Homestead

Chief Marupi’s death comes just weeks after an armed robbery at his homestead, which added to the misfortunes surrounding him. The robbers made off with a newly allocated Isuzu double-cab vehicle, R2,700 in cash, and two mobile phones. The vehicle had been gifted to him by President Emmerson Mnangagwa just two weeks prior to the robbery.

Speculation Surrounding His Sudden Death

His sudden death has raised suspicions among many, with speculations swirling that foul play may have been involved. Some netizens have voiced concerns, suggesting that Chief Marupi may have been poisoned or bewitched.

Here are some of the reactions;

@catman984773;

Fishy business. Infighting , close relatives. I am leaning toward family members they planned it all take his car and kill him. Those people are not playing.

@KingMfecane;

They wiped him out for the post that’s no lie…Whoever is going to inherit his position is the main suspect!

@StreetKedha;

African science at play here. He let his guard down shame

Sad to lose such a young life

@Noster65463501;

Pasi pano pane vane royi shuwa, kuroya mwana mudiki uyooo ummmmm.

@marvin_charles_;

They killed him.

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