Businessman Sir Wicknell Chivhayo turned heads again as he rolled up to pay lobola for his future wife, Lulu. After receiving blessings from the President, they moved forward with their relationship plans. Chivhayo, famous for spending big money, led a fancy parade of expensive cars to the traditional ceremony. People watching had mixed feelings about the flashy display that included numerous high-priced vehicles.
Chivhayo made sure his lobola payment stood out from others. Reports said he arrived with a crew of nicely dressed folks riding in gleaming white cars and luxury SUVs. The cars weren't the only sign of wealth - insiders claimed the lobola payment might reach beyond US$150,000. Many social media users questioned where all this cash came from.
Internet reactions varied widely about the event. Critic Coralie Landrey posted: "Zimbabwe taxpayers' money and ill-gotten deals paying lobola. Cry, my beloved country." Her comment added to ongoing public debates about Chivhayo's riches, especially considering his questionable business activities and suspected government contract involvement. User Umvweluvwe joked: "My guess is they will pay no less than US$150k to piss off someone who is an ex." Another person named Anti-V wrote sarcastically: "Ehe nemari yenyika ka."
Despite mixed opinions, Chivhayo and Lulu attracted plenty of attention after their Presidential Blessings ceremony, which represents official approval from national leadership. This blessing adds formality and recognition to important weddings in Zimbabwe. Some people view the extravagant display as proof of Chivhayo's achievements, but others see it as a stark example of inequality in a country facing economic difficulties.
Chivhayo made sure his lobola payment stood out from others. Reports said he arrived with a crew of nicely dressed folks riding in gleaming white cars and luxury SUVs. The cars weren't the only sign of wealth - insiders claimed the lobola payment might reach beyond US$150,000. Many social media users questioned where all this cash came from.
Internet reactions varied widely about the event. Critic Coralie Landrey posted: "Zimbabwe taxpayers' money and ill-gotten deals paying lobola. Cry, my beloved country." Her comment added to ongoing public debates about Chivhayo's riches, especially considering his questionable business activities and suspected government contract involvement. User Umvweluvwe joked: "My guess is they will pay no less than US$150k to piss off someone who is an ex." Another person named Anti-V wrote sarcastically: "Ehe nemari yenyika ka."
Despite mixed opinions, Chivhayo and Lulu attracted plenty of attention after their Presidential Blessings ceremony, which represents official approval from national leadership. This blessing adds formality and recognition to important weddings in Zimbabwe. Some people view the extravagant display as proof of Chivhayo's achievements, but others see it as a stark example of inequality in a country facing economic difficulties.
