Drama has erupted in Zimbabwe’s entertainment circles as rising dancehall star Ndunge Yute has publicly demanded his $1,200 performance fee from businessman and music promoter Tinashe Mutarisi after a show he performed for NashTV.
According to sources close to the artist, Ndunge Yute claims he delivered a “power-packed performance” and was promised $1,200 — but Mutarisi allegedly wants to settle for just $500, citing “budget adjustments” and “sponsorship issues.” The artist, however, isn’t having it.
In a fiery post circulating on social media, Ndunge Yute said, “I gave them my energy, my brand, my voice — now they want to pay me exposure money? I’m not doing charity work!”
Fans have since rallied behind the young musician, calling on NashTV and Mutarisi to “respect artists” and honor their agreements. The controversy has sparked a heated debate online about how local artists are treated by promoters and big entertainment brands.
As of now, Mutarisi has not officially responded, but insiders say the businessman maintains he only agreed to $500 for the event. Meanwhile, Ndunge Yute insists he has messages and receipts proving otherwise.
?Social media is buzzing with the hashtag #PayNdungeYute as supporters demand fairness and transparency in Zimbabwe’s creative industry.
