Former First Lady Grace Mugabe quietly marked her 60th birthday on Saturday, August 2, 2025, with a lavish but exclusive celebration at her Blue Roof mansion in Harare’s affluent Borrowdale suburb.
While the event itself was kept low-profile, leaked videos and social media posts have since thrust it into the national spotlight not for the grandeur of the celebration alone, but for the surprising mix of high-profile attendees and the political implications many believe are tied to the gathering.
The birthday party brought together an eclectic blend of Zimbabwe’s political elite, sparking i criticism across digital platforms. Among the most talked-about guests were Second Lady Miniyothabo “Minnie” Baloyi, wife of Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, and Elizabeth Macheka, widow of the late opposition leader and former Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai. Also in attendance were Zanu PF spokesperson Chris Mutsvangwa, Grace’s brother Mike Bimha a former Zanu PF National Political Commissar and his wife Tsitsi.
What was initially seen as a personal celebration quickly morphed into a subject of public analysis. Social media users began dissecting the guest list, questioning the symbolism behind the presence of individuals from both ruling and opposition-linked backgrounds. The event’s apparent lack of political boundaries left many wondering if it signaled a deeper realignment or simply an opportunistic show of unity.
"I am so keen to figure out the bigger political picture playing out here, all the same Happy Birthday Dr Amai," commented Admire Nyasha Masiiwa.
Others were less diplomatic. "Dining with people who stripped you of your powers and authority," remarked Tungi Makura, referencing Grace’s dramatic fall from political grace following the 2017 military intervention that ended her husband Robert Mugabe’s presidency.
Another user, Farai Herbert, chimed in with a pointed take on the broader political climate: "ED is soft as wool for sure, after what she put him through. As long as you are not a threat, you are safe."
Adding to the spectacle, renowned local musician Jah Prayzah performed at the event, delivering a lively set that quickly went viral.
ZimNow ReporterFormer Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor Gideon Gono faces accusations of extortion and misusing his connections to orchestrate fraud charges against Harare couple Clark and Beverly A..
ZimbabweRutendo MazhinduZimNow ReporterZimbabwe’s gold exports jumped to US$748.24 million between January and May 2025, a sharp rise from US$599.04 million recorded during the same period in 2024, accordin..
ZimbabweOscar J JekeZim Now ReporterZimbabwe Republic Police have announced the arrest and conviction of seven individuals involved in a range of offenses, including robbery, fraud, and theft. The nationwid..
Zimbabwe
Leave Comments