Veteran producer Clive “Mono” Mukundu and gospel singer Fungisai Zvakavapano-Mashavave are at the centre of a public dispute over production credits as Zimbabwe’s debate over cover bands and music rights intensifies.

Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo has issued a cease-and-desist notice against nephew Kurai Makore, barring him from performing or commercially exploiting Mapfumo's musical works.

As tensions simmer, confidence within Zimbabwe’s music industry has been shaken. Veteran artistes like Macheso warn that urgent reforms are needed to restore trust in the association tasked with protecting their livelihoods. Whether ZIMURA can regain credibility may depend on its ability to address governance concerns, improve transparency, and rebuild faith among its members.