MINISTER of Local Government Daniel Garwe’s reported decision to establish a task force to investigate corruption in local authorities is a necessary step, but it must be more than just political theatre. For too long, corruption has been a debilitating cancer gnawing at the core of urban and rural councils, leading to a catastrophic breakdown…
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BY EMMANUEL MARAMBE IT’S going to be one big scrap!. This is what this year’s battle to avoid relegation from the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League is turning out to be after yesterday’s matches threw up more unexpected results. Giants CAPS United and Highlanders both conspired to disappoint their home fans, with the former going…
ACCESS Forex company was allegedly swindled of US$48 000 by one of its employees who created several ghost accounts to facilitate the transfer of the money. The accused, Shepherd Gweshe from Chiredzi, recently appeared before Harare regional magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa on fraud charges and was granted US$300 bail. It is alleged that in April 2023,…
By Tapiwa Chirume chirumet@dailynews.co.zw HARARE City Council (HCC) has issued a stern warning to residents to be vigilant following a rise in incidents involving criminals impersonating municipal police officers. In a notice at the weekend, the council stated it has noted “with concern a disturbing trend of criminals masquerading as municipal officers, harassing residents and…
