Viral Controversy: Malloti Boasts of Consuming Banned "Bronco" as ZIMRA Intercepts Massive Haul
Harare, Zimbabwe — Social media personality Malloti has ignited a firestorm of controversy after openly boasting about consuming BronCleer (Bronco), a banned and dangerous opioid-containing cough syrup.
Her admission comes at a critical time when ZIMRA and police have launched a massive crackdown on drug smuggling at Beitbridge Border Post.
PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT: BronCleer is an unregistered opioid and is illegal in Zimbabwe.
Malloti's Shocking Admission
Known for her X-rated insults, Malloti has spent the week attacking prominent figures like Madam Boss and Junior Spragga. In a brazen video, she claimed to have "graduated" from hard drugs like cocaine to BronCleer, framing it as an achievement.
Malloti stated: “Taitomborova mahard drugs but tiriku elevator ndosaka takumwa Bronco and next year yacho tenge takusatomwa Bronco racho.”
(Translation: We used to take hard drugs, but we are elevating, that's why we are now drinking Bronco... I used to be a thief, these are small drugs.)
Why BronCleer is Banned
The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) classifies BronCleer as a dangerous drug. It contains Codeine, an opioid that is highly addictive. It is not registered for sale in Zimbabwe, making its possession and distribution a criminal offense.
"Its misuse poses serious health risks and can lead to various complications if not used under proper medical supervision," the MCAZ stated regarding the abuse of such cough syrups by opioid addicts.
The Beitbridge Interception
While influencers boast online, law enforcement is tightening the net. Yesterday, ZIMRA officers intercepted a massive consignment at the Beitbridge Border Post in the "Malume Zone" (light cross-border transporters' bay).
The haul consisted of 800 bottles of BronCleer concealed in 20-litre containers.
"We will not allow Zimbabwe to become either a destination or a transit route for illegal drugs and harmful substances. Protecting civil society is at the core of ZIMRA’s mandate," the authority said in a statement.
Government Response
In light of surging smuggling cases, the Government has established four ZRP Drugs and Narcotics Units at key border posts: Beitbridge, Victoria Falls, Chirundu, and Forbes in Mutare.
New technologies, such as drones, are now being deployed to monitor the country’s borders alongside traditional surveillance methods to reduce the trafficking of dangerous substances.
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