Online Reporter
Trust Khosa,
Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment
The Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA) is committed to actively engaging its members to combat misinformation spread by some disgruntled former members who are misleading the public.
It has been established that some non-members are also misinforming ZIMURA membership, prompting the association to issue a statement earlier this week.
ZIMURA deputy director, Henry Makombe, urged members with grievances to connect with the association through various social media platforms.
“At ZIMURA, we have consistently aimed to inform our members about our operations through social media, radio interviews and podcasts,” Makombe emphasised.
“We are ready to listen to every member with queries and respond to each of them.
“There are former members who intentionally mislead people, as well as non-members who misinform our members. The Board of Directors is vested with the authority to make decisions that benefit the association without the need for prior consultation with members.”
Makombe intends to continue educating members about ZIMURA’s operations.
He also clarified the raging issue about the disposal of ZIMURA properties, which circulated on social media.
“ZIMURA has noted with great concern the proliferation of misinformation circulating on social media and traditional press platforms.
“These baseless allegations appear to be a coordinated effort to malign the Association’s reputation for ulterior motives.
“Regarding the disposal of the two residential flats in Avondale, we wish to set the record straight: Firstly, ZIMURA did not own a building in Avondale contrary to claims by some individuals, the fact is that ZIMURA owned just 2 small flats within the building.
“The aforementioned units had become inadequate for our expanding operations.”
The association also noted that the premises were now derelict.
“The premises are dilapidated and pose significant occupational health risks, with staff members forced to operate from makeshift office spaces, including the kitchen area.
“Pursuant to Article 41 of the ZIMURA Memorandum and Articles of Association, the Board of Directors is vested with the authority to make any necessary decision that benefits the Association without any requirement to consult members.
“We reiterate that there is never a need to call for an AGM or an EGM to make such decisions.
“The reason why the board is elected is precisely to make such decisions,” stressed.
He also cleared the air on the roles of the board of directors and association.
“In accordance with this mandate, a board resolution was passed to establish a committee made up of board members to oversee the disposal of these units.
“The primary objective was to facilitate the acquisition of a standalone commercial property.
“This new Head Office will provide a professional environment, including a boardroom and adequate office space, to match the Association’s growth.”
He added: “While some individuals suggest that prior membership consultation was required, Article 41 establishes the Board as the supreme decision-making body between Annual General Meetings
In full compliance with our governance protocols, the Board formally reported this transaction to the membership during the AGM held on 22 October 2025.
“The membership at large recognises that these actions were taken in good faith and for the sole benefit of the Association.
“ZIMURA remains the rightful owner of the proceeds, which are being reinvested into the organisation’s future.”
The association noted that there were some members who were allegedly paid to tarnish ZIMURA’s operations.
“We are aware of certain individuals who appear incentivised to defame ZIMURA and its Legal proceedings have been instituted against persons disseminating defamatory content.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) are currently seized with investigations into these matters. ZIMURA remains steadfast in its fiduciary duty to protect the rights of music composers and ensure they are fairly compensated for their creative works.”
Mathew Masinge