ZACC Denies Involvement in Smuggling Operation, Warns of Impersonators

By Ilyana Sithole

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission has refuted involvement in any anti-smuggling operation that has been linked to the death of a cross-border truck driver.
According to queries by media outlets, the driver died due to injuries sustained when his vehicle collided “head-on” with a vehicle reportedly impounding smuggling trucks.

ZACC clarified it is not party to any anti-smuggling operation in a press statement dated 25 January 2025. The Commission condoled the family of the deceased and appealed to the public to report cases of suspected corruption on the given contact numbers.

In addition to that incident, ZACC said it was also worried by an increase in cases where individuals and alleged non-governmental organisations impersonate ZACC officers. Such impostors, the Commission said, instill fear in their victims and force them to pay bribes on the guise of “dropping charges.”

ZACC emphasized matters of integrity, financial discipline, and transparency. The Commission urged all Zimbabweans to declare their goods and pay their taxes and reminded citizens that tax evasion is a crime.

Contact Numbers:
 * Mashonaland Central: Ms S. Taziva
 * Midlands: Mr S. Zvidzai: +263713166576
 * Harare/Mashonaland East: Mr L. Findi: +263712899752
 * Manicaland: Mr N. Viera: +263715852154
 * Acting General Manager Investigation: Mr A. Masiye: +263712888840
* Bulawayo/Mat South/Mat North: Mr A. Midzi: +263712899759
* Mashonaland West: Mr G. Chivi: +263719241764
* Masvingo: Mr A. Mahwamba: +263772929162
* General Corruption Reporting: +263772393631

ZACC has been effectively leading in the fight against corruption, showing commitment to the promotion of transparency and accountability. Recent initiatives include the arrest of 235 public officials implicated in illegal land deals and other crimes. It has also been pursuing corrupt activities in local authorities where several arrests have been made in Harare and Chitungwiza. Its efforts have resulted in the identification of assets worth an estimated US$135 million as tainted.

This fight was recently strengthened by the arrest of four Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) officials who stand accused of soliciting bribes for the release of confiscated goods. These developments reinforce the commitment that ZACC is showing in relation to the issue of eradicating corruption and ensuring those involved are brought to book. The support and amplification of efforts by all stakeholders, as the commission moves toward a corruption-free Zimbabwe, are a must.