Acting Prosecutor-General Mr Kumbirai Hodzi has called for an investigation into bribery allegations against SACU prosecutor Mr Zivanai Macharaga, accused of demanding a $20,000 bribe from ex-Minister Walter Chidhakwa. The allegations were brought to light by Advocate Sylvester Hashiti, who expressed discomfort with SACU prosecuting his client, Chidhakwa, and accused the unit of taking instructions from the Executive. Mr Hodzi emphasized the importance of the credibility of the NPA and SACU in the anti-corruption fight and insisted that Hashiti, as an officer of the court, has a duty to report corruption. He warned that concealing such acts is a criminal offense and highlighted that combating corruption is key to the government's efforts to improve the economy.

The article discusses the detrimental impact of illicit financial flows (IFFs) on Zimbabwe's socio-economic development. It highlights the need for the government to enforce anti-avoidance provisions and combat corruption to prevent revenue loss from aggressive tax planning and other illicit activities. Local analysts and organizations like ZIMCODD emphasize that while foreign direct investment is crucial, it should not lead to vulnerability or unfavorable deals. The mining sector is identified as a significant contributor to IFFs, which leads to budget deficits and hinders public investment in essential services. The article also touches on the environmental damage caused by the extractive industry due to IFFs. It concludes with a call for policy shifts, improved governance, transparency, and the implementation of robust legal frameworks to curb IFFs and their far-reaching consequences on the country's development and the well-being of its citizens.