Mphoko warns Zimra

VICE President Phelekezela Mphoko has warned the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) against demanding tax for services that doctors render to patients free of charge.

According to the Chronicle, Mphoko said it was not fair for Zimra to demand tax from medical practitioners who are complementing Government efforts in providing health services to vulnerable groups.

Mphoko singled out Bulawayo-based radiologist Dr Danboy Gandanhamo who allegedly has been ordered to pay tax for patients who have been receiving treatment from him for free.

Dr Gandanhamo runs the Diagnostic X-Ray Centre housed at Lancet House in Bulawayo.

Mphoko warned Zimra officials against corrupt tendencies that had a negative economic and social impact on the people.