Kudakwashe Takawira, a 33-year-old Harare man, has been taken to court for allegedly stealing $68,000 from his employer, Khumbulani Supply Chain. Takawira was employed as a business development officer in June 2021, tasked with marketing products and handling administrative duties. However, instead of remitting the sales proceeds to the company, he pocketed the money.
As prosecutor Rufaro Chonzi stated,
“Takawira sold goods worth US$68,000 to various customers across the country, but converted the money to his own use.”
Takawira has been granted $200 bail by Harare magistrate Patricia Kamwanda, with conditions to report weekly to the CID commercial crimes unit and reside at his current address.
Case Details:
- Complainant: Khumbulani Supply Chain, represented by director Tawanda Muchineripi
- Contract Period: June 22, 2021, to May 2024
- Bail Conditions: Report weekly to CID commercial crimes, reside at the same address.
Takawira’s case highlights concerns about employee integrity and trust in the workplace. Incidents like this underscore the importance of stringent internal controls and regular audits to prevent similar thefts.
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