By Chantelle Muzanenhamo
Prophet Emmanuel Makandiwa has officially confirmed the details surrounding his controversial $1 million prophetic challenge, stating that it is not merely a game but a serious spiritual exercise aimed at testing the accuracy of prophecy.
In a YouTube live broadcast that attracted over 14,000 viewers, the leader of the United Family International Church (UFIC) laid out the strict rules and criteria for participation in the challenge, which has sparked extensive debate on social media.
Makandiwa clarified that Interested prophets and traditional healers are required to register as only registered participants will be allowed to take part in the challenge, with registration closing on Saturday.
On the day of the challenge, participants must adhere to a set of instructions: they should use the main entrance where they will be received, introduce themselves by name and present their identity card to confirm their registration, and accurately identify a concealed object in Makandiwa’s pocket to demonstrate their prophetic abilities.
Addressing speculation surrounding the initiative, Makandiwa emphasized that the challenge is not centered around financial gain but rather serves as a means to assess the authenticity of prophetic precision.
He shared a past incident where he invited individuals to exorcise any spirit he may have had, emphasizing that no one came forward. He believes the introduction of a financial incentive has heightened interest in the current challenge.
“It is not about money at all, this is an experiment to save lives and expose falsehoods. Churches have focused too much on theory and neglected practicals. This exercise will open hearts, rebuke spirits, and expose ritual,” he stated.
The prophet further clarified that the challenge aims to test the claimed accuracy of participants, rather than to disprove the existence of prophets.
“The issue is that no prophet sees everything. If someone claims to have 100% precision, this is their opportunity to prove it,” he remarked.
Makandiwa questioned the blind faith people often place in prophets and witch doctors, asserting, “If a prophet or witch doctor cannot be 100% accurate, they do not deserve 100% trust from their followers.”
He acknowledged that he himself is not always accurate, challenging the notion of complete commitment to any prophet.
The challenge has garnered mixed reactions online, dubbed the “Prophets Cup Clash.”