Minister Tinoda Machakaire exploded at lawyer Fadzayi Mahere after she asked tough questions about his business deals online. Mahere wanted to know how he bought expensive cars before starting his trucking company. She also questioned his role with the Command Agriculture program that many people say involves corruption. The lawyer ended her post saying Zimbabwe needs new leaders. Her message reached thousands of people on social media.
Machakaire fired back with angry personal attacks against Mahere. He claimed she got her law degree through corrupt means at the University of Zimbabwe. The minister said she ruined the reputation of the law school there. He called her nasty names and threatened to expose her financial backers. Machakaire also suggested she works for foreign enemies of Zimbabwe.
People online started taking sides after the heated exchange. Many critics said the minister acted badly for someone who runs youth programs. Political experts think this shows how ruling party officials and opposition voices are fighting more online. They use social media to challenge each other about government problems.
Mahere has not answered back after the minister's attack. Her original questions brought up concerns about state contracts and the Command Agriculture scheme. Government reports have found problems with that program before. The fight shows how Zimbabwe politicians battle each other on the internet where everyone can watch.
Machakaire fired back with angry personal attacks against Mahere. He claimed she got her law degree through corrupt means at the University of Zimbabwe. The minister said she ruined the reputation of the law school there. He called her nasty names and threatened to expose her financial backers. Machakaire also suggested she works for foreign enemies of Zimbabwe.
People online started taking sides after the heated exchange. Many critics said the minister acted badly for someone who runs youth programs. Political experts think this shows how ruling party officials and opposition voices are fighting more online. They use social media to challenge each other about government problems.
Mahere has not answered back after the minister's attack. Her original questions brought up concerns about state contracts and the Command Agriculture scheme. Government reports have found problems with that program before. The fight shows how Zimbabwe politicians battle each other on the internet where everyone can watch.
