Prophet Magaya’s kingdom crumbles under mounting debt and legal troubles

Magaya had pledged to register a first-ranking mortgage over his Yadah Hotel properties as security but never did so, nor did he repay any portion of the loan . 
By Nqobani Ndlovu Mar. 1, 2026

Ex-minister Mzembi loses freedom bid

Delivering the ruling, Justice Benjamin Chikowero said evidence showed Mzembi must explain why he donated government-owned public-viewing screens to private churches. 
By Desmond Chingarande Feb. 18, 2026

Why Walter Magaya was arrested

Police spokesperson commissioner Paul Nyathi said Magaya (41) had been arrested by a crack team in the early hours on rape and fraud charges.
By Staff Reporter Nov. 2, 2025

Magaya bags murky council deal

Council sealed the deal with Magaya’s company known as Westmer Investment despite resistance by residents, who have since approached the High Court seeking an interdict to stop the pact.
By Gracious Daniel and Brent Shamu Jun. 12, 2024

Magaya in fresh mining storm

Magaya was also involved in a fraud scandal after allegedly duping Israeli investors of US$3 million in a botched mining deal.
By Problem Masau Mar. 12, 2024
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Magaya in US$3m fraud scandal

Magaya is accused of deliberately not taking steps to register the joint venture company through which such mining activities were supposed to be operated.
By Problem Masau Jan. 1, 2024