The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has issued a public alert disassociating itself from unauthorized individuals conducting bogus anti-smuggling operations while falsely claiming to represent the commission.
In a statement released on 15 May 2025, ZACC made it clear that it is not participating in any anti-smuggling initiatives on the country’s roads and condemned those involved in these unlawful activities.
“These individuals are impersonating ZACC officers and setting up fake highway operations under the guise of law enforcement,” the commission said. “They are not only breaking the law but also scamming citizens out of money through intimidation and extortion, all while harming the credibility of legitimate security institutions.”
The Commission strongly urged these individuals to stop immediately, warning that anyone found impersonating its officials would face arrest and prosecution.
ZACC also issued a reminder to the public to remain alert and take steps to protect themselves, including:
Always asking for official identification
Refusing to pay bribes
Reporting suspicious behavior to authorities
Verifying the identity of those claiming to be ZACC agents
For further inquiries or to report suspected cases of impersonation, the public can contact ZACC spokesperson Simiso Mlevu at +263 719 565 463 or via email at smlevu@zacc.co.zw.
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