Zim GBC News | Political Correspondent
Bitumen World (Private) Limited has issued a firm denial after facing bribery allegations linked to senior government officials, allegations first made public by former parliamentary committee chairperson Dr. Energy Mutodi.
The controversy erupted when Mutodi, the Member of Parliament for Bikita South, posted on X (formerly Twitter) claiming that Treasury Secretary Mr. George Guvamatanga was demanding a US$200,000 kickback for every US$2 million payment authorized for the company’s road contracts.
In a swift and direct response, Bitumen World moved to distance itself from the claims. In a statement released by its CEO, Andre Zietsman, the company stated it has never been solicited for any illicit payments.
“Bitumen World (Private) Limited would like to dissociate itself from the post made by Dr Energy Mutodi to the extent that the contents thereof relate to it,” the company stated.
“We categorically state that we have not received any solicitations from Mr George Guvamatanga.”
The company reaffirmed its commitment to ethical dealings, emphasizing its transparent collaboration with the government.
“Bitumen World remains firmly committed to supporting the government’s infrastructure development agenda,” Zietsman said.
“We continue to work with relevant ministries and agencies to deliver quality, sustainable projects that strengthen the national road network and contribute to long-term economic growth.”
The social media allegations, which spread rapidly online, ignited a fierce public debate concerning transparency and corruption within government contracting processes.
Following the uproar, Mutodi was removed from his position as chairperson of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Budget, Finance and Investment Promotion.
He has since retracted his claims, admitting he could not substantiate them.
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