Prominent investigative writer Hopewell Chin’ono, known for his sharp critiques, openly accused Zimbabwean musician and entrepreneur Mudiwa Hood of misleading the youth.
Chin’ono shared his worries on Twitter, saying that Hood’s social media posts make young people feel inadequate because they show a false idea of success.
“I paid $47,000 in taxes to ZIMRA last year, and you can check if you want,” writes Chin’ono.
He asked for openness in Hood’s business activities, claiming that Hood was gaining from his political ties while pretending to be a self-made success.
Call for Clear Information on Tax Contributions
Chin’ono asked Mudiwa Hood to share how much he has paid in taxes to the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA).
He pointed out that his own financial actions are a standard for responsibility and raised doubts about Hood’s honesty as a businessman.
Chin’ono told Hood that, as a supposedly successful businessman, he should be honest about his path and recognise any advantages or links that helped him succeed, and he encouraged Hood to stop giving young people false ideas.
In response, Mudiwa Hood made a detailed statement defending his rise to prominence.
He credited his success to hard work and belief, telling stories about his journey from a simple start in Chitungwiza to a wealthy life.
Hood said that when they asked for proof of ownership, he chose to write his name on the pool and the multi-use court at one of his houses.
Mudiwa highlighted that his success shows the importance of hard work and never giving up.
Hood encouraged young people to make links and build a network to reach their goals. He said, “You are always just one person away from living your dream life.”
Social media is buzzing with discussions about accusations of gaslighting
The conversation between Chin’ono and Hood has sparked a lot of discussion on social media. Some users supported Chin’ono for wanting responsibility, while others liked Hood’s positive style, saying it was inspiring.
The debate has highlighted important problems in Zimbabwe, such as the influence of privilege, political ties, and the need for transparency in what defines success. As online conversations keep going, the split shows the larger social tensions related to these issues.
The disagreement between Hopewell Chin’ono and Mudiwa Hood highlights the ongoing discussions about what is real, who has advantages, and what it means to be successful in Zimbabwe today. Both people hold strong opinions, leaving the public wondering about what motivation and honesty mean in business.
