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Seven public prosecutors across Zimbabwe are currently facing corruption charges, as the country intensifies its crackdown on graft within the justice system, Prosecutor-General Loyce Matanda-Moyo said yesterday.
Speaking at the 2026 National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) Strategic Plan Review Workshop, Justice Matanda-Moyo warned that rogue elements within the prosecuting fraternity would be held accountable and urged Zimbabweans to reject corruption, which she said carried serious consequences.
She cited the 2025 conviction of Pardon Dziva, a Harare-based prosecutor who was sentenced to eight years in prison for corruption, as an example of the NPAZ's firm stance.
"Our policy is of zero tolerance to corruption; once a prosecutor is implicated, thorough investigations are carried out. Once there is evidence, we indict them before the High Court. There are no sacred cows in this drive," she said.
Justice Matanda-Moyo said the NPAZ had made significant progress in restoring integrity, with judges commending prosecutors for improvements in handling cases.
"When I joined NPAZ, I wanted to run away, but now I am very comfortable. Cases of corruption have gone down, and there is now integrity. We may have a few bad apples, but most are performing well," she said.
The Prosecutor-General highlighted collaboration with the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) and the police as key to speeding up investigations and prosecutions.
"We have secured freezing orders of suspected ill-gotten assets worth over US$15 million, but delays in docket production risk undermining these efforts," she said.
She also referenced high-profile convictions, including Hurungwe Rural District Council officials, who received 70-year jail terms each for corruption, setting a precedent in the fight against economic crimes.
Looking ahead, Justice Matanda-Moyo said the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan would align the NPAZ with National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2), focusing on pillars such as timely justice delivery, digital prosecution, professional excellence, anti-corruption, public trust, economic crime, and environmental prosecutions.
"This workshop is the crucible where we will demonstrate our contribution to national development by safeguarding citizens' rights, protecting them from crime and corruption, and fostering a stable and just environment for economic prosperity," she said.
Speaking at the 2026 National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) Strategic Plan Review Workshop, Justice Matanda-Moyo warned that rogue elements within the prosecuting fraternity would be held accountable and urged Zimbabweans to reject corruption, which she said carried serious consequences.
She cited the 2025 conviction of Pardon Dziva, a Harare-based prosecutor who was sentenced to eight years in prison for corruption, as an example of the NPAZ's firm stance.
"Our policy is of zero tolerance to corruption; once a prosecutor is implicated, thorough investigations are carried out. Once there is evidence, we indict them before the High Court. There are no sacred cows in this drive," she said.
Justice Matanda-Moyo said the NPAZ had made significant progress in restoring integrity, with judges commending prosecutors for improvements in handling cases.
"When I joined NPAZ, I wanted to run away, but now I am very comfortable. Cases of corruption have gone down, and there is now integrity. We may have a few bad apples, but most are performing well," she said.
The Prosecutor-General highlighted collaboration with the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) and the police as key to speeding up investigations and prosecutions.
"We have secured freezing orders of suspected ill-gotten assets worth over US$15 million, but delays in docket production risk undermining these efforts," she said.
She also referenced high-profile convictions, including Hurungwe Rural District Council officials, who received 70-year jail terms each for corruption, setting a precedent in the fight against economic crimes.
Looking ahead, Justice Matanda-Moyo said the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan would align the NPAZ with National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2), focusing on pillars such as timely justice delivery, digital prosecution, professional excellence, anti-corruption, public trust, economic crime, and environmental prosecutions.
"This workshop is the crucible where we will demonstrate our contribution to national development by safeguarding citizens' rights, protecting them from crime and corruption, and fostering a stable and just environment for economic prosperity," she said.
Source - The Herald
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