Felistas Sibongile Mutsakani Under Fire for Anti-Sanctions Video

PAKAIPA — Zimbabwean political commentator and entrepreneur Felistas Sibongile Mutsakani has come under intense scrutiny on social media following the release of a video in which she criticized international sanctions. The video has sparked widespread mockery and criticism, with users pointing to her poor English and incoherent speechas central points of ridicule.

In the short clip, Mutsakani argued that sanctions are harming Zimbabwe’s economy and called for public support of the ruling party’s policies. However, the video quickly went viral for all the wrong reasons, attracting both humor and scathing commentary online.

“Her message is lost in translation — literally,” one Twitter user quipped. “We are not sure if she is fighting sanctions or spelling them.”

Mutsakani is listed as the head of Investment Promotion for Economic Development, an organization that, according to public records, is opaque in its function and activities. Observers have noted that the group appears to be a one-person operation, raising questions about its purpose and legitimacy.

Political analysts and members of the public have questioned the role of such ZANU PF-affiliated organizations, suggesting that they often serve as platforms for personal enrichment rather than genuine civic engagement.

“We see multiple affiliates that claim to promote economic development or social causes,” said one Harare-based analyst. “Yet in reality, they are not mobilizing members or contributing to development — they appear to be little more than briefcase operations benefiting their founders.”

The criticism reflects broader concerns about the proliferation of politically connected organizations that appear to operate in name only, while their leadership benefits financially or gains publicity. In Mutsakani’s case, the anti-sanctions video has only intensified scrutiny of her credibility and the operations of her organization.

Despite the backlash, Mutsakani has not publicly responded to the ridicule. Meanwhile, social media users continue to debate both the content of her video and the larger question of the purpose and transparency of ZANU PF-affiliated entities, with some calling for regulatory oversight to prevent the misuse of political platforms for personal gain.

As Zimbabweans continue to engage with the video online, analysts say the episode highlights the importance of communication skills, transparency, and credibility in public political messaging — particularly for individuals representing organizations tied to national policy debates.