Troubled by Spirits: Chipinge Family Faces Torment from Unsettled Traditional Healers

A Chipinge family has been living in fear, claiming torment by the ghosts of two traditional healers, whose services were never paid for by their deceased father in 2019.

The family’s patriarch was known for dabbling in wizardry and possessing goblins, which were supposed to be passed on after his death.

The lack of payment has led to supernatural disturbances, including mysterious fires that vanish at dawn, causing significant distress to the family members.

Sekuru Zondai Mtetwa explained that these issues have been under Chief Musikavanhu’s jurisdiction for some time, yet no resolution has been reached.

For years, a nightly fire appeared at their homestead, only to disappear each morning, leaving the family in constant fear.

The situation escalated when Zondai’s daughter lost her mental health, an event linked by traditional healers to unresolved debts of their late father.

The daughter’s condition was attributed to the avenging spirit of her husband, killed by her grandfather, leading to further complications when the bride price was collected by Zondai instead of his father.

Zondai’s elder brother, Donald, has refused to engage in the spiritual resolution process, further complicating the situation.

Donald’s refusal to attend community court sessions has led to legal actions against Zondai, with Donald reporting his brother to the police for labeling him a wizard.

After Donald’s report, Zondai faced arrest and spent a night in custody, which has only deepened the rift and delayed resolution.

Donald claims ignorance of any family dispute, despite the matter being well-documented by Chief Musikavanhu’s court.

Lovemore Manesa, an aide to Chief Musikavanhu, confirmed the ongoing nature of the case, awaiting Donald’s cooperation.

The family’s ordeal continues as they grapple with both spiritual and familial conflicts, seeking help to end the torment.

Zondai has appealed for assistance from anyone who might help resolve the haunting situation plaguing his family.

The complexity of the case highlights the intersection of cultural beliefs, family disputes, and legal systems in Zimbabwe’s rural communities.

Efforts to seek help outside Chipinge have been futile, as Chief Mutasa’s office cannot intervene without proper documentation.

The family’s plight underscores the challenges of navigating traditional and modern systems of justice and spirituality.

This ongoing saga serves as a poignant reminder of how past actions can haunt the present, literally and figuratively, within a family.