By Elvis Dumba
ZANU PF has established a high-level Board of Inquiry to investigate serious allegations of embezzlement of party funds and staff incompetence within its Mashonaland West provincial structures.
The formation of the board was announced by the Party’s National Political Commissar, Cde M. Machacha, and will be chaired by former Education Minister Dr Lazarus Dokora.
In a letter dated November 11, 2025, addressed to the Provincial Chairman, Cde Mary Mliswa-Chikoka, Cde Machacha confirmed that the inquiry had been approved by the Party’s Secretary-General, Cde Advocate Jacob Mudenda.
The inquiry is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, November 12, 2025, with the final report expected to be submitted to the National Political Commissar by Friday, November 14, 2025. Party structures across the province have been urged to cooperate fully with the investigation.
According to the directive, the Board will conduct a wide-ranging probe into financial and governance issues.
These include allegations of embezzlement involving the provincial finance and transport officer, as well as related fraudulent activities across the province.
The Board will also investigate the use and current whereabouts of party vehicles allocated to the Kadoma District amid accusations that some have been improperly personalized for private use.
In addition, the inquiry will examine issues of staff incompetence and misconduct, including claims of unprofessionalism, insubordination, and factional behavior by the provincial administrator. Allegations of verbal abuse and insubordination against the Kadoma District Coordinator will also be reviewed.
The letter further instructs the Board to compile a comprehensive report with findings, recommendations, and any additional matters that may arise during the investigation.
The Board of Inquiry consists of senior party officials and technical experts, including:
Chairperson: Dr Lazarus Dokora
Cde M. Mbowa – Central Committee Member
Cde D. Mhlope – Director of Finance
Cde K. Kuchekwa – Director Commissariat
Cde C. Mpengesi – Director National Security
Cde T. Pfumayaramba – Secretariat
A senior party member, speaking on condition of anonymity, welcomed the move:
“We welcome this initiative. A lot has been going on in our province, and I hope this process will leave us more united and focused.”
The development underscores ZANU PF’s publicly stated commitment to internal accountability and transparency, as the party seeks to restore confidence in its provincial administration.
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