Venus Charumbira
Courts and Crime Reporter www.zimgbcnews.co.zw<\/p>\n\n\n\n
BULAWAYO \u2013 Four Ecosure agents employed by Econet Wireless Zimbabwe appeared at the Tradegold Magistrates Court facing fraud charges after they allegedly pulled off a sophisticated scam to steal money from unsuspecting Ecocash account holders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to the court\u2019s case, the accused Manuel Makuvise (28), Kudzanai Learnmore Tavaziva (28), Kudzaishe Shadreck Chakanyuka (42), and Joshua Nyariwana (34) were arrested following a tip-off and a police investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe suspects were operating as Ecosure agents based at Econet Willowvale in Harare.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The case came to light after the complainant, Eliah Nkomo (51) of Gwanda noticed suspicious activity on his Ecocash account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOn 29 April 2025 the accused persons targeted Nkomo\u2019s account and using insider access to subscriber details created a fake identity card with his personal information.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The fake ID which carried the photo of one of the accused was then used to process a SIM card replacement. This gave the suspects full control of Nkomo\u2019s Ecocash line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThey went on to transfer and withdraw US$1,946 from his account.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All four suspects face charges of fraud as defined in Section 136 of the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act, Chapter 9:23.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This case highlights the serious risks to data protection and the misuse of personal information. It shows the importance of protecting personal data as anyone can become a victim if their details are exposed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Zimbabwe Republic Police has since warned businesses and individuals to strengthen internal security systems and keep a close watch on employees\u2019 activities to prevent similar crimes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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