By Staff Reporter
Entertainment | Local Zimbabwe News
The Government of Zimbabwe has issued a stern warning to digital content creators following a major online controversy involving popular influencer Queen Nadia TV, whose explicit Facebook videos have gone viral.
The warning was issued by the Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe (BAZ) on 3 February 2026, amid growing public concern over the spread of explicit digital content on social media platforms. BAZ says it is prepared to take enforcement action to protect children and uphold national values.
Queen Nadia TV, a Zimbabwean content creator based in South Africa, has risen rapidly to online prominence. Reports indicate her Facebook page amassed 2.9 million followers and over one billion views within just three months. However, her content—allegedly featuring brief flashes of nudity—has triggered intense debate and regulatory scrutiny.
BAZ Invokes National Laws on Digital Content
In its official statement, BAZ stressed that no digital platform is above Zimbabwean law, regardless of where the content is hosted.
“The Authority reiterates that all broadcasting and digital content consumed within Zimbabwe is subject to the country’s legal and constitutional framework, irrespective of the platform through which such content is distributed,” the statement read.
The authority cited provisions of the Broadcasting Services Act, which seeks to protect children from harmful material, as well as the Censorship and Entertainment Control Act, which prohibits content deemed indecent or damaging to public morals.
BAZ warned that enforcement action would be taken against those found in violation.
“The Authority will, in the discharge of its constitutional and statutory mandate, take appropriate enforcement measures to ensure compliance and to safeguard the public interest,” the statement concluded.
Queen Nadia TV Defends Her Content Strategy
Despite the warning, Queen Nadia TV has defended her approach. Speaking on the Kumusha Podcast Show, she described her videos as “view-once” content designed to disappear shortly after viewing.
She also highlighted the financial rewards of her strategy. Screenshots she shared online claim that a single video garnered 122 million views, earning an estimated US$1,142.37 (R18,430).
Responding to critics on social media, Queen Nadia used a mix of English and Shona, challenging detractors directly:
“Ungandibhadhari here?” (Are you going to pay me?)
Public Opinion Deeply Divided
The controversy has sharply divided Zimbabwean social media users. Some, including @TsitsiGumbo, raised concerns about children’s exposure to explicit content. Others, such as @lilianPeta, argued that parents should take responsibility by using parental control tools.
Supporters of Queen Nadia TV maintain that she is simply leveraging an algorithm-driven digital economy that rewards high engagement, regardless of content type.
Meta’s Role Under Scrutiny
The debate has also drawn attention to Meta’s content moderation policies. Users who reported Queen Nadia TV’s content claim the platform declined to take action, advising those offended to simply scroll past the material.
This response has intensified questions around platform accountability and cultural standards, particularly when global tech policies clash with national laws and values.
The situation highlights a growing tension between Zimbabwe’s regulatory framework and the realities of borderless digital platforms—raising critical questions about enforcement, responsibility, and the future of online content regulation.
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