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State contractors want blundering, deceptive chefs charged with fraud

State contractors owed millions of United States dollars for major public infrastructure projects this week demanded urgent legal reforms to criminalise what they described as “fraudulent”

By Mthandazo Nyoni Feb. 6, 2026

State contractors want blundering, deceptive chefs charged with fraud

Plumtree serial fraudster in court

On another count, he allegedly deceived Vigilence Maposa with a similar story about delivering mining parcels to Ingwizi, Mphoengs, and obtained US$600.

By Nizbert Moyo Jan. 25, 2026

Fake money lands beer lovers in trouble

After the duo left the counter, Sola discovered minutes later that the money was counterfeit.

By Simbarashe Sithole Jan. 4, 2026

Ex-Studio 263 actor up for US$250K fraud

Gwanzura was remanded in custody to December 19 for bail consideration by Harare magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa.

By Desmond Chingarande Dec. 17, 2025

Ex-Studio 263 actor up for US$250K fraud

Sales rep up for US$5 000 fraud

After the incident, the complainant engaged the services of Advisory Auditors to conduct a full audit at their company, Agricon Equipment Private Limited.

By Simbarashe Sithole Dec. 14, 2025

Businesswoman scammed of US$500k

“The scammers presented themselves as important figures from a reputable company, which made me trust them, and I introduced them to my team, believing they were legitimate.”

By Pride Nyamupangedengu Dec. 7, 2025

Workers loot ZiG500k from Harare council

The stunning disclosure of the digital fraud came to light during a full council meeting at Town House last week, sparking outrage among councillors.

By Gracious Daniel Nov. 30, 2025

Workers loot ZiG500k from Harare council

Court case drags on

The prosecution alleged that in February 2023, Alves Francis approached Maqhawe Mpofu, who is still at large, seeking investment opportunities worth US$60 000.

By Nokuxola Mbangeni Nov. 22, 2025