Entertainment Reporter
Exiled music icon Thomas Mapfumo is demanding the return of his five vehicles seized by police in 2000, alleging the accusations against him were unfounded and politically motivated.
“When they impounded my cars, the police claimed I had bought stolen cars,” Mapfumo said. “Surprisingly, George Shugo, who sold the cars to me, was never arrested. They seemed intent on punishing me for my criticism of Zanu PF.”
Mapfumo claims the continued persecution led him to flee Zimbabwe for the United States in 2004. “Due to continued persecution, I left Zimbabwe. My associate, Cuthbert Chirombo, was called to take the cars because no one had come forward to claim ownership. Unfortunately, when he returned, the cars were missing.”
Mapfumo is determined to reclaim his cars, saying, “I never stole cars, and no one was ever charged. I want my cars back, and the case is with my lawyers.”
However, Mapfumo is cautious, fearing a trap by the current regime. “My lawyer, Warara, said they want me to return to Zimbabwe and present my case. That could be a trap by Mnangagwa’s regime.”
Mapfumo maintains his criticism of the Mugabe regime led to his persecution and forced him to flee the country.
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