Staff Writer
Heads are expected to roll after government called for an investigation into alleged corrupt activities following an expose in a documentary by Al Jazeera Investigative Unit.
The international news channel through its four part sting operation uncovered Gold Mafia and high levels of corruption as well as serious money laundering and gold smuggling in Zimbabwe with those involved connected to the powers-that-be.
Information and Publicity Minister Monica Mutsvangwa said any person who might be found guilty of the alleged crimes will face the full wrath of the law.
“Government takes note of a documentary titled “Gold Mafia”, currently being serialised by an international broadcasting channel which purports to expose a network of alleged money laundering and gold smuggling in Zimbabwe.
“Government takes the allegations raised in the documentary seriously, and has directed relevant organs to institute investigations into the issues raised therein.
“Any person found to have engaged in acts of corruption, fraud or any form of crime, will face the full wrath of the law, said Senator Mutsvangwa.
“She further said government takes this opportunity to re-affirm its commitment to upholding local and international laws, including laws relating to financial transactions, the trade of gold and other precious minerals.
She castigated what she termed” boastful behaviour and name-dropping” by some personalities featured in the documentary.
“Those seeking personal gain and glory, should never be taken as an enunciation of Government Policy. Government remains seized with the matter and the nation will be kept apprised of any new developments,” said Senator Mutsvangwa.
About Author
