Madzibaba Ishmael Biography
Madzibaba Ishmael, also known as Ishmael Chokurongerwa, is a prominent figure within the Apostolic sect in Zimbabwe. His leadership and practices have garnered attention, both for his religious teachings and controversies surrounding his personal life.
Real Name
Ishmael Chokurongerwa
Personal Life
Madzibaba Ishmael’s personal life has been marked by controversy, particularly in relation to his marital affairs. His former wife, Tendai Mukombe, has spoken out against him, alleging hypocrisy and mistreatment. Mukombe claims that their marriage collapsed due to Madzibaba Ishmael’s decision to take a younger second wife, leaving her and their children in poverty.
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Controversies
Madzibaba Ishmael has faced legal troubles and controversies, including allegations of abuse, exploitation, and conducting burials without proper registration. He, along with seven other leaders of his sect, was remanded in custody on charges related to contravening sections of the Burial and Cremation Act and the Children’s Act.
Madzibaba Ishmael Biography
Madzibaba Ishmael Polygamous Beliefs Deprive Sons of Education
Despite their eagerness to learn, Shadreck, 11, and Amon, 13, have been deprived of education due to their father’s polygamous beliefs. Madzibaba Ishmael’s insistence on adhering to his doctrine has barred his sons from attending school, despite their mother’s fervent support for their education. Tendai Mukombe, the boys’ mother, has lamented the situation, emphasizing their intelligence and eagerness to learn, yet they face taunts from their peers and surveillance from those enforcing the family’s beliefs. This denial of education reflects a broader pattern within the family, as Madzibaba Ishmael’s eldest daughter was also prevented from continuing her education and married off early. Despite efforts to advocate for their schooling, the family’s adherence to religious doctrine remains a barrier to the boys’ educational aspirations.
Madzibaba Ishmael Marriage
Madzibaba Ishmael, leader of a cult, reportedly has nine wives, with five of them allegedly married when they were underage, according to sources cited by H-Metro. Ishmael’s first wife, Tendai Mukombe, opted out of his church doctrine and remained in Murehwa. Among those mentioned, Madzibaba Ishmael purportedly married young girls including Sheila, Sarah Madhara, and two daughters of Prayer Parira.
References
- Cult leader Madzibaba Ishmael remanded in custody – New Zimbabwe
- Madzibaba Ishmael’s ex-wife claims he is a hypocrite – H-Metro
