Extra-territorial probe delays trial proceedings in US$150 000 botched cyanide deal

The complainant, Francesco Marconati, is the majority shareholder of Strengthened Investments Private Limited, holding 51% shares.
By Staff Reporter Mar. 25, 2024

Beverage makers, Zimra lock horns over sugar tax

The government imposed a fee of US$0,002 per gramme of sugar found in beverages at the start of the year. However, in response to industry criticism, the tax was lowered to US$0,001.
By Melody Chikono Mar. 22, 2024

Wheels are coming off

Manufacturers' major gripe with retailers is that they pay in local currency and after a grace period like a month in an environment in which the Zimbabwe dollar is fast depreciating.
By Newsday Mar. 16, 2024

Zimra officer in US$3K bribe

 According to court papers, on March 9, Chabata allegedly identified a fuel tanker (registration number KYT125 MP) with two trailers parked at Zindoga Truck Inn in Waterfalls.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Mar. 13, 2024

Vehicle rebate haunts civil servants

Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe president Takavafira Zhou, however, said the lengthy rebate application process encouraged corruption.
By Sharon Buwerimwe Mar. 12, 2024

Afrochine loses US$3m tax battle with Zimra

In response, Afrochine rejected the findings by Zimra and appealed to Zimra Commissioner-General.
By Desmond Chingarande Mar. 11, 2024

Fight over ex-CIO boss’ massive estate rages

Muzariri’s estate has not been distributed 11 years after his death as his wife has continued to hold on to the properties.
By Nqobani Ndlovu Mar. 10, 2024

Corruption is complex, multifaceted

President Emmerson Mnangagwa was right to point out that, “nyika inovakwa nevene vayo”, but the reverse is also true, “nyika inoputswa nevene vayo”.

Zimra wants military solution to smuggling

Edington Muzambani, CEO at Zera, confirmed at the time that the regulator had dispatched teams countrywide to probe fuel contamination following a drumbeat of anger by motorists.
By Freeman Makopa Mar. 1, 2024