Who is Winky D?
The Zimbabwean musical artist who was attacked is Winky D. He is a popular dancehall musician who is known for his outspoken lyrics.
He has been critical of the government on a number of occasions, and his songs have been banned from the airwaves.
The attack on Winky D is seen as an attempt to silence his voice and to intimidate other artists who may be critical of the government.
Is Winky D arrested?
Winky D was not arrested but he was attacked on stage during a live performance in Chitungwiza in March 2023. The attack was reportedly carried out by members of the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP).
The ZRP had ordered Winky D to stop performing his song which is critical of the government. When Winky D refused to stop, the ZRP stormed the stage and attacked him.
The attack on Winky D was widely condemned by human rights groups and artists. The National Arts Council of Zimbabwe called for an investigation into the attack.
The ZRP has denied any involvement in the attack but there is evidence that they were responsible. An investigation into the attack is ongoing.
Who attacked Winky D?
It is still not clear who attacked it. It is possible that the attack was carried out by a rival news organization, by ZRP or by someone who simply wanted to disrupt the flow of information.
Whatever the reason, the attack is a clear attempt to silence a critical voice.
Winky D was attacked because he was performing a song called “Ibotso” which is critical of the government. The song has been banned from the airwaves, but Winky D decided to perform it anyway.
The attack on Winky D is a clear attempt to intimidate artists who speak out against the government. It is a reminder of the dangers that artists face when they use their platform to speak truth to power.
Winky D is not the first artist to be attacked for his lyrics, and he is unlikely to be the last.
The attack on Winky D is a reminder of the importance of freedom of expression. It is also a reminder of the dangers that artists face when they use their platform to speak truth to power.
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