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Victoria Falls mayor suspends town clerk amid corruption allegations
BY STAFF REPORTER
Victoria Falls Mayor Councillor Prince Moyo has suspended Town Clerk Ronnie Dube with immediate effect amid allegations of abuse of office and corruption.
According to a letter seen by this publication, Dube’s suspension is in terms of Section 139 of the Urban Councils Act, Chapter 29:15.
The letter, dated November 2, outlines several allegations against Dube, including:
– Allocating stands 9816 and 9945 to Priscilla Thabolo and Portia Saritsozo without following Council procedures
– Awarding a contract to Cascade Engineering Consultants without following tender processes
– Selling and transferring stand 1829 in Chinotimba Township without receiving payment or following procedures
The letter states that these allegations, amongst others, have led to Dube’s suspension, and he is required to leave Council offices immediately.
“The Council will notify you on the way forward,” the letter reads.
This publication will continue to follow the story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
