Former ZINARA boss Frank Chitukutuku has lost assets valued at US$30 million after the High Court ruled that he failed to demonstrate that his extensive wealth was lawfully obtained.
The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) described the ruling, which includes luxury homes, high-end vehicles, and other valuable assets, as one of the most significant civil forfeiture cases in the country’s history.
Investigations revealed that Chitukutuku’s lifestyle and spending far exceeded his declared income. Dozens of properties, luxury cars, and other high-value investments were flagged as having no legitimate financial documentation, prompting the court to side with ZACC.
The case marks a notable victory for the anti-corruption body’s non-conviction-based asset recovery initiative, a legal tool that allows authorities to seize assets if the owner cannot prove they were legally acquired, without requiring a criminal conviction.
ZACC officials say Chitukutuku’s case serves as a high-profile example of how unexplained wealth can be reclaimed, reinforcing the country’s efforts to hold public officials accountable for illicit enrichment.
ALSO READ :Â Johannesburg High Court Interdicts Operation Dudula From Targeting Foreign Nationals
